Hi

On my way to Canada, i am likely to change flight at London.

Somebody told me that I have to take UK visa even if I am changing flight only.

Is it true?

Rgds.

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Yes , It is required but you should be okay if you have your PR card with you

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Here's an extract from the British Airways website on transit visa requirements for UK.

"If you are an Indian passport holder and have a confirmed onward booking within 24 hours of arrival in the UK, you do not need transit visa if you have:
a) A valid US visa (including a US Immigrant Visa or form 155) and are travelling to/from the US.
b) A Canadian visa and are travelling to/from the Canada.
c) A Permanent US Visa ('Green Card') issued after 21 April 1998 with a digital photo.
d) A Canadian Permanent Residence Card issued after 28 June 2002 with a digital photo.
e) A valid Category D visa for entry to any EEA State.
f) A valid Category D visa issued by another EU/EEA member state (Shengen Visa).
g) A valid common format EU residence permit (red stickers on passports or ID cards).
h) A diplomatic or service passport issued by the Government of India."

The website is http://www.britishairways.com/travel/info/public/en_in?source=CF_info_en_in

Based on that since you have a Canadian visa you're exempted. However, since these rules keep changing it might be a good idea to call up British Airways (not the travel agent ) and find out about the latest visa position.

All the best.

Regards
Daks

Hi,

Thanks, Smiley & Daks.

I am actually travelling to Canada for the 1st time so don't have a PR card yet. I guess I won't require the UK visa but as Daks said I will check up latest info.

Rgds.

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rajand,

My parents flew through London on way to Ottawa. They did not require a transit visa for UK. That rule is gone if you have onward ticket.