What Do You Need To Travel To The Isle Of Wight?

We are part of the United Kingdom therefore a passport is not required for travelling over to the Isle of Wight. Can I fly to the Isle of Wight? Yes you can with a private plane, the Isle of Wight has two small airfields, Bembridge (01983 873331) and Sandown (01983 408374).

Do you need ID for Isle of Wight?

Some of our discounted fares – such as our Multilink Passes, require photo ID so some customers use their driving licence or passport. However, individual bookings or tickets do not require ID for travelling to the Isle of Wight – just have your e-ticket or booking number to hand.

Do you need a passport for Isle?

You do not need to hold a passport to travel within the common travel area (between the Isle of Man and UK/Jersey/Guernsey and Ireland). However, you will need to check with your airline/ferry service you are travelling with to ensure you comply with their policies for photographic ID.

Can you drive to Isle of Wight?

Car Travel
If you’re driving to the Isle of Wight, there are ports along the south coast at Southampton, Portsmouth or Lymington in the New Forest. You are then just a 40 – 60 minute ferry journey from the Isle of Wight.

Can you do a day trip to Isle of Wight?

Did you know you can combine train and ferry tickets for a day trip to the Isle of Wight? This makes it easier than ever to visit this gorgeous island. Perfect for family trips, it also suits couples looking for beautiful surroundings on a romantic escape.

Do I need a passport from UK to Isle of Wight?

Do I need a passport? We are part of the United Kingdom therefore a passport is not required for travelling over to the Isle of Wight. Can I fly to the Isle of Wight? Yes you can with a private plane, the Isle of Wight has two small airfields, Bembridge (01983 873331) and Sandown (01983 408374).

What can I use as ID if I don’t have a license or passport?

Utility bills in joint names are permissible* Local authority tax bill valid for the current year** UK full or provisional photo-card driving licene or a full old-style paper driving licence (if not already presented as a personal ID document).

Can I travel to Isle of Wight from UK?

The Isle of Wight is easy to get to, and once you are here you won’t want to leave! You can get to the Island from London by train and ferry in around two hours, the Isle of Wight is ideally located for English visitors looking for a holiday or short break, and easy to reach from all the major UK airports.

How can I travel if I don’t have a passport?

List of places to travel without a passport in 2022

  1. Puerto Rico.
  2. United States Virgin Islands.
  3. The Northern Mariana Islands.
  4. Guam.
  5. American Samoa.
  6. Canada (By Land Or Closed Loop Cruise)
  7. Mexico (By Land Or Closed Loop Cruise)

What can I use to travel if I don’t have a passport?

Identification

  • Driver’s licenses or other state photo identity cards issued by Department of Motor Vehicles (or equivalent)
  • U.S. passport.
  • U.S. passport card.
  • DHS trusted traveler cards (Global Entry, NEXUS, SENTRI, FAST)
  • U.S. Department of Defense ID, including IDs issued to dependents.
  • Permanent resident card.

What is the best month to go to the Isle of Wight?

Isle of Wight weather
Generally speaking, if you’re wanting to have the warmest weather, you should consider visiting from the beginning of June to the end of September. These are known for being the best months weather-wise and they typically have the least rainfall too.

Can I just turn up for a ferry to Isle of Wight?

As long as you have a rough idea when you will be coming you can generally get on the ferry before or after the one you have booked without too much hassle (or extra cost).

How long is ferry to Isle of Wight?

40-45 minutes
Vehicle tickets
Your comfortable ferry crossing will take just 40-45 minutes.

Which is the nicest town on the Isle of Wight?

Ryde – best for beach lovers
There are many spectacular beaches lining the Isle of Wight’s dramatic coast, but we reckon Ryde’s beaches are among the most popular, making it the best town to stay on the Isle of Wight for a seaside break.

Which is the prettiest part of the Isle of Wight?

Steephill Cove – is often said to be the prettiest place to visit on the Isle of Wight. What is this? Steephill is a hamlet near Ventnor, and Steephill Cove lies roughly 400 yards to the south of the town. You can only get to the cove by foot, and one of the best ways to get there is to take the Coastal Footpath.

How long does it take to drive around the whole of the Isle of Wight?

How long does it take to drive around the Isle? From one end to the other would take around an hour without traffic. You could circle the entire perimeter in three hours. But then, that doesn’t include all the stops you want to make – so a day will actually feel pretty short.

Can I travel within the UK without a passport?

If you are flying solely within the UK, including Northern Ireland, you do not need a passport but we advise that you carry photographic identification with you when travelling, such as your passport or driving licence.

Does Isle of Wight need customs?

Are there customs charges to ship to the Isle of Wight? No. The Isle of Wight is part of England, so standard UK taxes apply on the mainland, and there are no additional customs charges between the Isle of Wight and the UK mainland.

Where Can UK citizens travel without a passport?

This is made up of England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, plus the Crown Dependencies, which means that you can also travel to Bailiwick of Jersey, Bailiwick of Guernsey and the Isle of Man, as well as the Republic of Ireland.

Can a birth certificate be used as ID UK?

Birth certificates are not evidence of identity, and are easily obtained. Although certificates issued at the time of birth may give more confidence that it belongs to the individual, unlike a recently issued certificate, they will not show if any information has been corrected or superseded by a new registration.

Is birth certificate a valid ID?

Yes. Sometimes a birth certificate or marriage certificate from your local civil registrar is required if the prints on your PSA certificate are not legible.