First time in UK

Hi guys..

Im here again to thank you for this forum, i got my visit visa! Soo happy! Im gonna see my love one and see how beautiful UK is.

I also want to know about getting there, is there anything i should do or know, like how much money i should have in my pocket bec. Maybe im gonna pay some taxes in Heathrow Airport or Immigration will interview me, what are the possible questions and what papers should i bring when i get there bec. Maybe Immigration gonna ask if from me.

Thank you and im looking forward to receive good replies
Thank you.

If your visa was issued with the UK knowing you are visiting you boy friend then you are unlilely to have a hard time on entry I presume he will be waiting to meet you?

They usually ask questions like who's meeting you, where you are staying for your visit and how long. Nothing to worry about really, they only ask about the basic bits. I'm going to add having your company ID with you also, I often bring mine with me when traveling because sometimes they ask about what you do for a living back where you are from. I haven't encountered being asked for my work pass, though I recall seeing it from some while queuing. No harm in being prepared. You'll be fine. Enjoy the UK

Yes he will be waiting for me in the airport.
Thank you.

Thank you so much.

Normally they would ask what your purpose is. First time I went I said I'm on a holiday break for my birthday. They asked me if I know of anyone who's Brit and I said yes and I'm going to meet him. He's my fella btw. And then he asked if he's my boyfriend, said no. He said it's okay if he is. And I said again no coz he wasn't then yet. Second time, that's when I said I'm visiting him and will spend Christmas and New Year with him. The immigration officer asked if he traveled with me and I said no. That's it. Third time same set of questions really. So nothing to worry about

Hi there! I would love to share my experience. First time, I was asked who I am visiting and what my job is in the Philippines. I answered confidently, meeting the boyfriend and he is waiting outside. And the job is a personal assistant. Scary and nervous but all went well. I am excited for you knowing you will see you boyfriend and in UK. The second time was smooth entry however Customs followed me and asked if I have tobacco in my luggage ? That was weird

Thank you so much, im really so excited now. Lol.

You should be! People shy away from visiting the UK for vacation coz it can get very expensive but it is very beautiful. If your fella is into football I would highly recommend you watch it live at the stadium. The energy is just amazing! I haven't explored any of their beaches yet and my fella wouldn't recommend Blackpool. But looks like a fun place so would still visit. Also the setting of the series Broadchurch. Looks quaint yet intruiging.

Have fun!

Hi too. Truly im soo excited to fly to uk. To meet again my boyfriend and his family too. Anyway i am bringing a shoes from here in the Philippines and its not the original brand, its my present to his younger son, so its not my size. Im kinda little worried about that.

Yes he is into football. He is a chef too and we are staying in Bournemouth. I guess there are some nice beaches there. Thank you for your comments makes me more excited.

That is so funny, i hope i'm not gonna forget my boyfriend's name. Lol
Im thinking now to write my boyfriend's name in a piece of paper.

Thank you for sharing.

ooooh lucky you, Bourenmouth is sooooo beautiful with some off the best beaches in the UK.

Blackpool on the other hand.... Hmmm bit like comparing Borocay to Manila.

Yes a football match live is a must, I am taking my Girl to see Man City at the City Of Manchester Stadium.

Enjoy your stay.

Thank you DJB. Im super excited now, gonna fly 2 days from now. OMG gonna hug my honey bear again. Lol

Don't expect it to be warm. Or to go swimming. When people say 'best beaches in the UK' remember that this is a distinctly relative term...

Lol. Noted.

however--the beaches in Manchester are rubbish

Hopefully it won't be like this. Personally I would pay money to stay away from a football match.