This fact sheet is for Canadian nationals only. Please note if you are not a Canadian passport holder you will need to check with your relevant Country Embassy.
| Topic | Information |
|---|---|
| Travel Advice | Travel advice and advisories for United Kingdom |
| Embassy | Embassies and consulates | United Kingdom (Government of Canada) |
| Entry Requirements | Entering the UK: Overview - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) |
| Visa Information | Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) |
| Currency Conversion | Live Exchange Rate: Canadian Dollar to British Pound |
| Cultural Insights | Hofstede Country Comparison -- the UK |
| Insurance | UK Health Insurance for International Students - Study in UK (studying-in-uk.org) |
| Health Information | A guide to the NHS for international students in the UK | Student (timeshighereducation.com) |
| Solo Female Travel | UK Solo Female Travel Safety Tips and Advice (solofemaletravelers.club) |
| Gay Travel Index | Gay Travel Index (gayguide.travel) |
Pre-Arrival Information
Document
top-ten-tips-pp-11-09-14.pdf
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Emergency Numbers
| Service | Phone Number |
|---|---|
| Ambulance | 999 |
| Fire | 999 |
| Police | 999 |
Country Facts
| Category | Description |
|---|---|
| Capital city | London |
| Language | English |
| Currency | British Pounds |
| Phone Code | +44 |
| Internet Code | .co.uk |
| Time Zone | UTC |
| Drives on | Left |
| Plug Types | Type G |
| Drinking Water | Safe to drink |
| Dominant Religion | Christian 46.2%, Muslim 6.5%, Buddhist 0.5%, Jewish 0.5%, Hindu 1.7%, Sikh 0.9%, other 0.6%, none 37.2%, unspecified 6% |
| Significant Dates | April 23 - St George's Day (Patron Saint of England); May 1st - May Day; November 5 - Bonfire Night |