Passport & Visa

For travel to the UK, citizens of the EU, EEA, and Switzerland (except Irish citizens) need an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA). However, those planning to work or study in the UK for more than six months will need to obtain the appropriate visa. Additionally, residents of nine other countries — including Australia, Canada, Hong Kong, Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, South Korea, and the United States — can also visit the UK for up to six months without a visa, but they will still need an ETA. To ensure a smooth journey, it is advisable to consult the UK government website for any specific visa requirements or regulations.

• Web:

  www.gov.uk/uk-border-control

London Heathrow Airport

London Heathrow Airport is the nearest airport to Oxford, England. It is located approximately 45 miles from the city centre, and it offers both international and domestic flights. Travelling to and from here may requires you to take either a bus or a taxi. The airport is linked to Oxford by "The Airline" coach company, which operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week and approximately leaves every 20 minutes. The journey takes about 80 minutes. You can book your tickets on "The Airline" online booking system or via their app. Single and Return tickets can also be bought from the driver. (airline.oxfordbus.co.uk/) Another way to travel to Oxford from the airport is by renting a car. You will find car hire desks in arrivals at Heathrow. Companies such as Avis, Hertz, Enterprise, Budget and Sixt are operating here.

• Web:

  www.heathrow.com

• Address:

  Terminal 1, Greater London

Taxi

There are many taxi companies working in Oxford and they are clearly marked, and are very distinctive looking. You can either call when you need a taxi or just hail one. Another way is to walk over to the Gloucester Green bus station or the Train station where you will find taxi stands. 001 Taxis +44 1865 24 00 00 www.001taxis.com Oxford City Cars:

• Web:

  www.oxfordcitycars.com

• Address:

  Jeune Street, Oxford

• Phone:

  +44 1865 703 030

Electricity

220V - 230V. Plugs are large in shape and have three, substantial, flat prongs.

Pharmacy

Various pharmacies are established in Oxford. Some may be open 24 hours while others are open until midnight, but still are able to cater to the needs of the customers. Rowlands Pharmacy 17 Ivy Close, Cowley, Oxford +44 1865 777 089 Monday - Friday: 9am - 7pm, Saturday: 9am - 1pm, Sunday: Closed www.rowlandspharmacy.co.uk Ahmeys Midnight Pharmacy 150 Oxford Road, Cowley, Oxford +44 1865 770 121 www.ahmeyspharmacy.com

• Web:

  www.rowlandspharmacy.co.uk

• Address:

  17 Ivy Close, Cowley, Oxford

• Phone:

  +44 1865 777 089

• Opening hours:

  Monday - Friday: 9am - 7pm, Saturday: 9am - 1pm, Sunday: Closed

Post

There is a stamp machine available outside the post office as well as post boxes. The post boxes in UK are red. You will find five post office in Oxford one of them is located:

• Web:

  www.postoffice.co.uk

• Address:

  102 - 104 St Aldates, Oxford

• Opening hours:

  Monday: 9am - 5:30pm, Tuesday: 9:30am - 5:30pm, Wednesday - Saturday: 9am - 5:30pm, Sudnay: Closed