Originally Posted by
ajeleonard
The visa exemption only applies to same day airside transit. The moment you enter the UK you need a visa
not true....there are 2 types of transit visas....the first is the direct airside transit visa which is for 24 hours & you have to remain airside....the second is the visitor in transit visa which is valid for 48 hours & it permits you to change terminals, airports & even enter the uk....an indian passport holder with a valid visa & ticket to the u.s. can avail the benefits of both these transit visas without having the need to apply for one....