UK nationals are not required to carry a passport but some form of identification is advised. All other nationals must carry a valid passport or national identity card as appropriate. Citizens living within Europe and most other western countries including Australia, Canada, New Zealand and South Africa do not require visas to enter the UK or Ireland.

Current UK Entry Visa requirements can be found on the following web-site: www.ukvisas.gov.uk

For UK enquiries telephone: +44 20 7008 8438. Alternatively contact the British Embassy or Consulate in your country. Delegates planning to enter the Republic of Ireland should also check on:- www.irlgov.ie/iveagh/services/visas/.

UK & Ireland Customs Regulations: For restrictions on importing goods into the UK, the Customs & Excise provide a helpful guide for travellers entering the UK from within the EU or from outside the EU. See: www.hmce.gov.uk

Delegates entering the UK via London, Manchester or other regional airports will need to clear UK Customs before taking their connecting flight to Belfast. There are currently no Customs formalities at the border between the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland as both are part of the EU.