Location: United Kingdom
Event: Health Alert
U.S. Embassy London will be sending a daily update to ensure all US citizens in the United Kingdom have the latest information about COVID-19 and local conditions. Updated information will be prefaced with (NEW). If different or additional information would be useful, please email us with your suggestions at SCSLondon@state.gov.
(NEW)Commercial Flights Still Available from UK to USA
The U.S. government does not anticipate arranging repatriation flights from the UK at this time. U.S. citizens in the UK who wish to return to the United States should make commercial flight arrangements or be prepared to remain in the UK for an indefinite period.
International flights from the UK to the United States are departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Three carriers are running direct daily flights from LHR to the United States. Below is a list of carriers and possible destinations:
Carriers: American, British, and United
Destinations: Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, and Washington D.C.
Commercial flights are still available from multiple UK airports connecting to London Heathrow for direct flights to the United States. Trains from Scotland to London are also still available; however, this may change at any moment. Please check the airport and rail websites for the latest information:
Limited Services at London Heathrow Airport
London Heathrow Airport is moving all flights into Terminal 2 and Terminal 5. All passengers should double-check their arrival and departure terminals, as they may change.
Food and other services in transit areas are extremely limited. Passengers must be prepared to be self-sufficient during their transit.
Guidance for Travelers Exhibiting COVID-19 Symptoms
Airline staff may deny boarding to passengers exhibiting potential COVID-19 symptoms. Passengers who are denied boarding will be directed to an airport self-isolation room where they may make quarantine arrangements before departing the airport. Each terminal should have a designated self-isolation room. Travelers exhibiting symptoms will be required to arrange their own transportation and accommodations for the quarantine period.
Please visit: https://www.heathrow.com/customer-support/faq/coronavirus-covid-19 for more airport information and a detailed FAQ section.
Information Regarding Hotel Availability in the United Kingdom
Most hotels in the UK have closed until further notice, per UK government guidance issued on March 23. Travelers are urged to reach out to directly by phone before travel to ensure specific hotels are still operating and accepting guests. The most up-to-date guidance can be found on the UK COVID-19 website.
The Department of State encourages all U.S. citizens to enroll in Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive security and health updates.
On March 23, the Prime Minister advised that people should leave home only for the following reasons:
- Shopping for basic necessities
- One form of exercise a day
- Any medical need/care for a vulnerable person
- Travelling to and from work, only if absolutely necessary
Visit the UK COVID-19 websitefor updated information.
The U.S. Mission to the United Kingdom has suspended routine consular services. For emergency American Citizens Services, including emergency passports, please visit our website for additional information at https://uk.usembassy.gov/.
The Department of State has issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory for COVID-19
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Global COVID-19 Pandemic Notice advising travelers to avoid non-essential travel.
Actions to Take:
- Consult the CDC website for the most up-to-date information.
Assistance:
U.S. Embassy London, United Kingdom
33 Nine Elms Lane
London, UK SW11 8DG
+44 (0) 207-499-9000
from U.S.: 011 44 (0)20 7499-9000
SCSLondon@state.gov
https://uk.usembassy.gov/
U.S. Consulate General Edinburgh
+44 (0) 131 556-8315
Edinburgh-info@state.gov
U. S. Consulate General Belfast
+44 (0) 28 9038-6100
ConsularBelfast@state.gov
State Department – Consular Affairs
888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444
United Kingdom Country Information
Enroll in Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive security updates.
(NEW) To unsubscribe, please send an email to the Embassy to which you are enrolled with your full name and the email address. It will take up to 10 business days to remove you.
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