Arrival in the United Kingdom through Edinburgh airport, Scotland
Clear signage guided me through the terminal towards UK border control at the immigration passport counters.
Distinct queues for different types of travelers. Foreign nationals had their designated line, while UK residents, as well as passport holders of selected countries, have the option to use the automatic e gates and UK lane.
While most officers maintained professionalism and courtesy throughout their interactions with travelers, the officer guiding us to our queues was rather daunting.
There are no more COVID-19 restrictions.
Passengers arriving in the UK are not required to fill out a landing card.
If you're traveling through certain UK airports, you have the option to 'fast track' passport control checks by paying a small fee (less than £10 per person)
As I approached the immigration desk, the officer greeted me politely and asked about the purpose of my visit, duration my stay, and if it was my first time visiting the UK.
You can use eGates if
-You have a biometric passport
-Aged 10 or above (10 to 17-year-olds accompanied by an adult)
-British citizen, a national of an EU country, Australia, Canada, Iceland, Japan, Liechtenstein, New Zealand, Norway, Singapore, South Korea, Switzerland, or the USA, or a member of the Registered Traveller Service
1:46 Immigration
1:51 Baggage & Customs
1. You can bring goods from abroad without UK tax or duty if they're for personal use or intended as gifts, subject to Personal Allowance
2. You must declare all commercial goods, any goods exceeding your allowances or those banned or restricted
2:21 Transport to the City
Tram £ 7.00
Airlink Express Bus £ 5.50
Bright Bus at £ 4.00 at Bus Stop E