Changes to entering the UK using EU ID cards

From 1 October 2021, most EU, EEA and Swiss nationals will need to use a valid passport to travel to the UK. ID cards will no longer be accepted as a valid travel document to enter the UK, though some exemptions will apply. 

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    • Rail regulation

    Rail regulation

    Access documentation

    HAL Network Statement (1MB PDF)
    An overview of the infrastructure assets and how access can be applied for and is subsequently allocated. It also includes principles of the charging regime to be employed.

    HAL Price List (1MB)
    A price list which outlines the applicable Track and Station Access Charges for HAL infrastructure, as updated from time to time.

    HAL Network Code (1.62MB PDF)
    A set of rules which is incorporated into, and therefore forms part of, each bilateral access contract between HAL and holders of rights of access to the track owned by HAL.

    Station Access Conditions

     

    Supporting template documents

    Includes standard track access agreement, standard station access agreement and station access conditions.

    To support the commitments contained within the Network Code and Network Statement, please find links below to relevant documentation:

     

    Consultations

     

    Get in touch

    All queries, applications and change/access requests should be directed to rail@heathrow.com. For access requests, please include details of the request and review the technical specification document (see link above) to ensure compliance with HAL infrastructure before application.

     

    Supporting information

    In addition, please use the following links for industry documentation referenced in the Heathrow rail regulation documents:

    Delay Attribution Guide
    Performance Data Accuracy Code