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There are many taxi ranks throughout Birmingham, including ranks at all the major train and bus stations. They can also be hailed anywhere on the street or ordered from companies, such as Birmingham Taxis: +44 121 702 2000.

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    Birmingham Airport (BHX)

    Birmingham Airport (BHX)

    Birmingham Airport (BHX) is situated 13 kilometres east of Birmingham, only 10 minutes from the city centre. The adjacent train station is reached via a short trip on the free Air-Rail Link monorail system between 3:30 am and 12:30 am daily. Trains then depart for Birmingham; there are 7 services per hour from Birmingham Airport. However, they run less frequently in the evenings and at the weekends. Tickets can be purchased at the station for the 10-minute-long journey to New Street Station. Bus 97/97A connects Birmingham city centre to Birmingham Airport, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Licensed taxis operate 24 hours and are located directly outside the arrivals area of the terminal building.

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    Passport & Visa

    Passport & Visa

    For travel to the UK, citizens of the EU, EEA, and Switzerland (except Irish citizens) need an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA). However, those planning to work or study in the UK for more than six months will need to obtain the appropriate visa. Additionally, residents of nine other countries — including Australia, Canada, Hong Kong, Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, South Korea, and the United States — can also visit the UK for up to six months without a visa, but they will still need an ETA. To ensure a smooth journey, it is advisable to consult the UK government website for any specific visa requirements or regulations.

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    Public Transport

    Public Transport

    In Birmingham, public transport consists of an extensive bus network and the inner suburbs are linked by local trains and trams. There are several different types of travel passes from which to choose, including a one-day rover pass. You can also pay for your bus ticket when boarding the bus but remember that you need to give the exact change. With that said, walking or cycling around Birmingham is just as popular, as there are plenty of things to see within walking distance.

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