Adventure awaits - be prepared for a smooth landing
Make sure you read over our Pre-arrival Guide and follow the tips inside.
Arrival at Glasgow Airport
Get ready for a seamless entry into the UK at Glasgow Airport! Here's the essential documents you will need to have at the ready in your hand luggage for UK Border Force inspection
- Your passport: show your official passport, along with a photocopy for extra assurance.
- Entry proof: present your entry clearance vignette or digital immigration status evidence.
- CAS confirmation: don't forget your University of Strathclyde's Confirmation of Acceptance of Studies (CAS)
- Medication prescriptions: carry official prescriptions for any medication you have with you.
- Visa application documents: if applicable, have copies or originals of documents submitted during your visa application, like bank statements or scholarship letters.
- Accommodation details: show proof of your UK accommodation (at least the initial 2 weeks if not permanent yet) to avoid any confusion upon arrival.
- Personal allowances declaration: depending on where you're arriving from, check personal allowances for items you're bringing and fill out the declaration form. Refer to the UK Government website for details.
- Cash Declaration: If carrying up to £10,000 in cash, declare it to avoid any issues. Check the UK Government website for more information on bringing and taking cash in and out of the UK.
- While COVID-related documents aren't currently required, stay updated on any potential changes by checking the UK Government website before your trip.
- Familiarise yourself with items you must not carry to the UK.
Check if you are eligible to use the eGates on arrival.
After you pass through immigration and baggage reclaim
- The most economical onward travel option is by bus. You can find details on the Glasgow Airport website. There is an excellent Airport Bus Service with multiple stops in Glasgow City Centre. This will cost around £10 and runs regularly 24 hours per day. You can then either walk to your accommodation or take a local black taxi. There is a taxi rank on George Square close to the last stop on the bus route. Again, you can pay with cash or a credit/debit card.
- If you wish to take a taxi to your accommodation, you can find the taxi bay directly outside the terminal building at international arrivals. Taxis cost approximately £28 to £35 for destinations within the City Centre and upwards of £40 for outlying areas. You can pay in cash (GBP) or by debit/credit card. The driver will take you directly to your accommodation.
Arriving at your accommodation
You must check with your accommodation provider to ensure they are expecting your arrival. If you're staying at the University of Strathclyde, you can review our Accommodation web pages for arrival details. If you are arriving by taxi, please instruct the taxi driver to drop you at the Village Office for key collection and accommodation registration.
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