The United Kingdom (UK) has updated its immigration rules by revising the list of countries and territories whose citizens are required to obtain visas before entering or transiting through the country.
The revised guidance, released on July 10, 2026, affects travellers from countries across Africa, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, South America, Central America and the Caribbean.
Under the updated rules, nationals of the listed countries and territories must obtain a valid UK visa before travelling to the United Kingdom or passing through the country in transit.
According to the updated guidance, travellers covered by the revised list will not be permitted to enter or transit through the UK without first securing the appropriate visa in line with British immigration regulations.
The updated requirements apply to both visitors intending to enter the UK and certain passengers transiting through British airports, depending on the nature of their journey and applicable immigration exemptions.
The UK authorities advised intending travellers to verify their visa status before making travel arrangements to avoid disruptions or denial of boarding.
The latest revision affects nationals from countries and territories spanning multiple regions, including Africa, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, South America, Central America and the Caribbean.
Below are the list of countries affected:
1. Afghanistan
2. Albania
3. Algeria
4. Angola
5. Bangladesh
6. Belarus
7. Botswana
8. Burundi
9. Cameroon
10. China (People’s Republic of)
11. Colombia
12. Congo
13. Democratic Republic of Congo
14. Cyprus (northern part of)
15. Dominica
16. Egypt
17. El Salvador
