Europe
United Kingdom
Castles, cosy pubs, red buses and green hills. Say cheers, mind the gap, and enjoy!
- Local time
- 15:17
- Currency
- GBP
- Calling code
- +44
- Capital
- London
- Languages spoken
- English
Accessibility & disability
- Only part of the London Underground is step-free: check the step-free maps of Transport for London.
- The sunflower lanyard for hidden disabilities started in UK airports and is widely known.
- Airlines and airports offer free assistance (wheelchair, help boarding): request it when you book, at least 48 hours before the flight.
- Carry your medicines in your hand luggage, in their original boxes, with a prescription or doctor's letter in English.
- Some medicines that are legal at home (strong painkillers, ADHD or anxiety medicines, codeine) can be restricted: check with the embassy before you go.
- Ask hotels for photos or details of "accessible" rooms: the word does not mean the same thing everywhere.
- Guide and assistance dogs follow the same entry rules as pets (microchip, vaccinations): prepare the papers early.
- Hidden disability? The sunflower lanyard is recognised in many airports to ask discreetly for more time or help.
- Check plugs and voltage before charging an electric wheelchair or a medical device.
These rules change and depend on your situation: always check with the official sources and your embassy before you leave. GoZzzy gives general information and cannot be held responsible.
