British Passport Visa-Free Countries: The Complete List

Travel freedom reshapes how we plan trips — from spontaneous weekend escapes to longer work stays abroad. Knowing which countries you can enter without pre-arranged visas makes packing, budgeting and itinerary choices a lot simpler.

There are 50 England Passport Visa-free Countries, ranging from Argentina to Uruguay. For each destination we list Flag,Entry type,Permitted stay (days); you’ll find below.

Do British passport holders always travel visa-free to these countries?

Not always — the 50 entries indicate destinations that currently allow visa-free entry or visa-on-arrival for British passport holders, but entry conditions (length of stay, purpose of visit) vary by country; always check the Entry type and Permitted stay (days) columns and confirm with the destination’s embassy before you travel.

How often should I check the list for changes?

Visa rules can change with little notice, so verify plans within a few weeks of travel and again before departure using official sources like the destination embassy or GOV.UK; airlines may also require up-to-date documentation at check-in.

England Passport Visa-Free Countries

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Austria

Austria (Schengen) permits British citizens visa-free stays up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Passport should be valid at least 3 months beyond departure and be recently issued as per Schengen rules. No prior visa. Last checked: 2025-10-06

Belgium

Belgium (Schengen) allows British passport holders visa-free entry for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Passport validity of 3 months beyond planned departure is required under Schengen rules. Carry proof of onward travel. Last checked: 2025-10-06

Croatia

Croatia (Schengen) offers British nationals visa-free entry for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Passport should be valid at least 3 months beyond your stay and meet Schengen document rules. No prior visa required. Last checked: 2025-10-06

Czech Republic

The Czech Republic (Schengen) grants British citizens visa-free stays up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Passport should be valid for at least 3 months beyond departure. Standard entry checks and proof of onward travel may be requested. Last checked: 2025-10-06

Denmark

Denmark (Schengen) permits British passport holders visa-free travel up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Ensure passport validity of at least 3 months beyond intended exit and carry return/onward tickets. No prior visa required. Last checked: 2025-10-06

Estonia

Estonia (Schengen) allows British citizens visa-free stays up to 90 days per 180-day period. Passport must be valid at least 3 months after intended departure. Typical checks include onward travel and purpose of visit. Last checked: 2025-10-06

Finland

Finland (Schengen) grants British nationals visa-free entry for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Passport validity of at least 3 months beyond your stay is required; keep proof of funds or return travel. Last checked: 2025-10-06

France

France (Schengen) permits British passport holders visa-free stays of up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Passport should be valid at least 3 months beyond departure. Standard border checks include proof of onward travel and accommodation. Last checked: 2025-10-06

Germany

Germany (Schengen) allows British citizens visa-free entry for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond planned exit and meet Schengen entry requirements. No prior visa required. Last checked: 2025-10-06

Greece

Greece (Schengen) grants British nationals visa-free stays up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Passport validity of at least 3 months beyond intended departure is expected; carry proof of onward travel. Last checked: 2025-10-06

Hungary

Hungary (Schengen) permits British passport holders visa-free entry for up to 90 days per 180-day period. Passport should be valid at least 3 months beyond leaving Schengen. Border officials may ask for onward tickets and accommodation details. Last checked: 2025-10-06

Iceland

Iceland (Schengen) allows British citizens visa-free stays up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Passport validity of 3 months beyond the planned departure is required, and standard entry checks apply. No prior visa needed. Last checked: 2025-10-06

Ireland

Ireland operates the Common Travel Area: British citizens may live, work and travel without immigration controls. Passport or acceptable ID recommended; no visa required and indefinite residence rights apply. Check specific ID requirements before travel. Last checked: 2025-10-06

Italy

Italy (Schengen) grants British nationals visa-free stays up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Passport must be valid at least 3 months beyond intended departure; carry proof of onward travel or accommodation. Last checked: 2025-10-06

Latvia

Latvia (Schengen) permits British passport holders visa-free entry up to 90 days per 180-day period. Passport validity of at least 3 months beyond departure is required. Border officials may request proof of funds or onward travel. Last checked: 2025-10-06

Lithuania

Lithuania (Schengen) allows British citizens visa-free stays up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Passport should be valid at least 3 months beyond planned exit. Standard entry checks and proof of onward travel may be asked. Last checked: 2025-10-06

Luxembourg

Luxembourg (Schengen) grants British nationals visa-free entry for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Passport validity of at least 3 months beyond departure is expected; carry proof of purpose and onward travel. Last checked: 2025-10-06

Malta

Malta (Schengen) permits British passport holders visa-free stays up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Ensure passport validity of 3 months beyond return and have evidence of accommodation and onward travel if requested. Last checked: 2025-10-06

Netherlands

The Netherlands (Schengen) allows British citizens visa-free entry for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Passport should be valid at least 3 months beyond planned departure and meet Schengen rules. Last checked: 2025-10-06

Norway

Norway (Schengen) grants British nationals visa-free stays up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Passport validity of at least 3 months beyond departure is required; standard Schengen checks apply. No prior visa needed. Last checked: 2025-10-06

Poland

Poland (Schengen) permits British passport holders visa-free entry for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Passport must be valid at least 3 months beyond your stay; carry onward ticket proof. Last checked: 2025-10-06

Portugal

Portugal (Schengen) allows British citizens visa-free stays up to 90 days per 180-day period. Passport validity of at least 3 months beyond departure is recommended; standard checks for accommodation and return travel possible. Last checked: 2025-10-06

Romania

Romania permits British passport holders visa-free stays up to 90 days within any 180-day period. Passport validity of at least 3 months beyond departure is advised; carry proof of onward travel and accommodation. Last checked: 2025-10-06

Slovakia

Slovakia (Schengen) grants British nationals visa-free entry for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Passport should be valid at least 3 months beyond departure; standard Schengen rules apply at border. Last checked: 2025-10-06

Slovenia

Slovenia (Schengen) allows British citizens visa-free stays up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Passport valid for at least 3 months beyond exit is required; carry proof of onward travel if asked. Last checked: 2025-10-06

Spain

Spain (Schengen) permits British passport holders visa-free entry for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Passport should be valid at least 3 months beyond your stay; standard checks for funds and accommodation may occur. Last checked: 2025-10-06

Sweden

Sweden (Schengen) grants British nationals visa-free stays up to 90 days per 180-day period. Passport must be valid at least 3 months beyond intended departure. Carry return travel details and accommodation confirmation. Last checked: 2025-10-06

Switzerland

Switzerland (Schengen rules) allows British citizens visa-free stays up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Passport validity of at least 3 months beyond departure is expected and usual entry checks apply. Last checked: 2025-10-06

Bulgaria

Bulgaria permits British passport holders visa-free stays up to 90 days within any 180-day period for tourism and short visits. Passport validity of at least 3 months beyond intended departure is recommended. Last checked: 2025-10-06

Cyprus

Cyprus allows British nationals visa-free stays up to 90 days within any 180-day period. Passport should be valid for the duration of stay; carry proof of onward travel and accommodation. Last checked: 2025-10-06

Liechtenstein

Liechtenstein (Schengen) permits British citizens visa-free entry up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Passport validity of at least 3 months beyond departure is required under Schengen rules. Last checked: 2025-10-06

Japan

Japan grants British passport holders visa-free entry for tourism up to 90 days. Passport should be valid for the intended stay and you may need proof of onward travel. No prior visa required for short visits. Last checked: 2025-10-06

South Korea

South Korea allows British nationals visa-free travel up to 90 days for tourism and short visits. Passport must be valid for the duration; standard entry checks apply. No pre-travel authorisation required for short stays. Last checked: 2025-10-06

Singapore

Singapore permits British passport holders visa-free stays up to 90 days. Passport should be valid for the duration of stay and authorities may request onward travel or proof of funds. No visa required in advance. Last checked: 2025-10-06

Malaysia

Malaysia allows British citizens visa-free entry typically up to 90 days for tourism. Passport validity of at least six months is commonly recommended; carry return/onward tickets and accommodation details. Last checked: 2025-10-06

Thailand

Thailand grants British nationals visa-free entry for tourism up to 30 days (typically for arrivals by air); land border stays may differ. Passport should be valid for the period and carry onward ticket. Last checked: 2025-10-06

Hong Kong

Hong Kong SAR permits British passport holders visa-free stays up to 180 days for tourism and business. Passport should be valid for the stay and officials may ask for proof of onward travel. Last checked: 2025-10-06

Macau

Macau allows British nationals visa-free entry up to 90 days for tourism. Passport should be valid for the duration; standard arrival checks may include proof of onward travel and accommodation. Last checked: 2025-10-06

Indonesia

Indonesia permits British passport holders visa-free entry for tourism up to 30 days (non-extendable in many cases). Passport should be valid for the stay and carry onward ticket. No prior visa required for eligible nationals. Last checked: 2025-10-06

Philippines

The Philippines grants British citizens visa-free entry for up to 30 days for tourism; proof of onward travel is commonly requested. Passport should be valid for the duration of stay. No pre-travel visa required. Last checked: 2025-10-06

Israel

Israel allows British passport holders visa-free stays up to 90 days for tourism. Passport must be valid for the duration of stay; entry may include standard checks and possible proof of onward travel. No prior visa required. Last checked: 2025-10-06

Mexico

Mexico permits British nationals visa-free entry for tourism up to 180 days. Passport should be valid for the intended stay; visitors may need to complete arrival forms and show onward travel. No visa required in advance. Last checked: 2025-10-06

Brazil

Brazil allows British passport holders visa-free entry for tourism up to 90 days (often extendable to 180 days per year in some cases). Passport should be valid for the duration; carry proof of onward travel. Last checked: 2025-10-06

Argentina

Argentina grants British nationals visa-free stays up to 90 days for tourism. Passport should be valid for the duration of stay; standard arrival checks may include proof of onward travel and sufficient funds. Last checked: 2025-10-06

Chile

Chile permits British passport holders visa-free entry for up to 90 days for tourism. Passport should be valid for the duration of the stay; officials may request onward tickets or accommodation details. Last checked: 2025-10-06

Colombia

Colombia allows British nationals visa-free stays up to 90 days for tourism. Passport must be valid for the duration; proof of onward travel and return ticket commonly requested. No prior visa required. Last checked: 2025-10-06

Ecuador

Ecuador grants British passport holders visa-free entry for tourism up to 90 days. Passport should be valid for the duration and officials may ask for onward travel or proof of funds. No pre-arrival visa required. Last checked: 2025-10-06

Uruguay

Uruguay permits British nationals visa-free stays up to 90 days for tourism and short visits. Passport should be valid for the duration; customs may request proof of onward travel or accommodation. Last checked: 2025-10-06

South Africa

South Africa allows British passport holders visa-free entry for up to 90 days. Passport should be valid for at least 30 days beyond departure and have two blank pages; proof of onward travel may be requested. Last checked: 2025-10-06

Mauritius

Mauritius permits British nationals visa-free entry for up to 180 days for tourism. Passport should be valid for the duration of stay; authorities may request proof of onward travel and sufficient funds. Last checked: 2025-10-06

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