Visa and Destination
New Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) requirement for travelling to the UK were introduced in 2025. Please read more information https://www.gov.uk/guidance/check-when-you-can-get-an-electronic-travel-authorisation-eta.
Visa requirements
Delegates are responsible for investigating visa requirements for entering the UK. Depending on your nationality, you may need to apply for an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) or a visa.
Check if you need a visa
Check the official UK Visa guide https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa to see if you require a visa for entry into the UK. Visa processing times can vary, so begin exploring your options well in advance of your travel date.
Letters of Invitation
Letters of invitation are official documents confirming your registration and inviting you to attend RDA P27. These will only be provided to registered attendees who have paid registration fees. Please contact [email protected] for more details.
Visa Application Support
All questions regarding visa status should be directed to British immigration authorities in your home country. Please note that visa decisions are made solely by British immigration authorities, and the RDA P27 organising committee cannot influence or appeal these decisions.
Travel to London
London is well-connected by multiple airports and rail stations, making it easy to reach your destination.
London Airports
London is served by six international airports which are well-connected to central London by public transport:
- London Heathrow (LHR) and London Gatwick (LGW) – main hubs for long-haul flights;
- London City (LCY) – closest to central London;
- London Luton (LTN), London Stansted (STN), and London Southend (SEN) – hubs for budget airlines.
Routes planner
- TfL Go App Plan your journey to and from London’s airports and rail stations.
- The London Tube map Navigate the underground network.
- Route planner https://tfl.gov.uk/travel-information/visiting-london/getting-to-london/london-airports.

Getting to the Kia Oval (RDA P27 Venue)
P27 will take place at the Kia Oval, a venue for international cricket matches and events.
Address: The Kia Oval, 34 Kennington, London, SE11 5SS. Kia Oval is easily accessible by public transport:
BY UNDERGROUND
Take the Northern Line to the Oval tube station (100 metres on your left on leaving the station). Alternatively, take the Victoria Line to Vauxhall station (10-minute walk).
BY BUS
Route numbers 36, 185 and 436 stop outside the venue. Routes 3, 59, 109, 133, 159, 333 stop within a 5-minute walk.
BY RAIL
Take South Western Railway trains to Vauxhall station (10-minute walk from the venue).
For all public transport information, visit www.tfl.gov.uk or download the TfL Go App.
