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Old Jun 11th, 2012, 12:46 PM
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UK customs/entry question

I'll be staying in London for 10 days, and although I'm certain that I don't need to present a visa as a Canadian national, I was informed by a flight agent that I may still need to present documentation as PROOF that I'm only staying for 10 days. So does anyone know what sort of papers I should bring (if any) once I arrive at the UK airport customs? Or am I just being paranoid? Simple question, but I thought I'd ask in advance just to be safe, cheers
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Old Jun 11th, 2012, 12:50 PM
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Proof of a return ticket, such as a computer print showing your return flight booked in your name, is probably enough. Chances are they won't ask but better safe than sorry.
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Old Jun 11th, 2012, 01:59 PM
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Thanks, just thought i'd ask to be on the safe side
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Old Jun 11th, 2012, 02:15 PM
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Ornithopter - Customs won't be interested in you at all, it's passport control where your immigration status may be questioned.

as hetismij has said, a return ticket will probably satisfy them, plus a credit card ot two.

knowing the name of the hotel you're staying at would also be a good idea.
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Yes, they always ask where you are staying.
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In all my times at Heathrow, I've never been asked for documentation. Just the usual hotel name and departure dates. I doubt they'll ask you for anything unless you seem to be a red flag-visiting boyfriend/girlfriend or looking for work.
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