Parents arriving to UK first time.

[AyeshD]

Hi,

My parents visit visa got approved and they are travelling next month. As they both are non english speakers and elderly, do they need to carry any documents with them for border control ?
What kind of questions are asked ?
They would have their return ticket and a letter from me explaining that they don't speak english, their return date and where they would be staying in UK.

[manci]

They would have their return ticket and a letter from me explaining that they don't speak english, their return date and where they would be staying in UK.

This should be sufficient. Include in the letter your phone No in case the BFO wants to speak with you.

[lolo2]

That letter should work. Also being elderly passengers, it is very helpful if you can book travel assistance.

Depending on the airline sometimes this service is free of charge. So staff at the airport can help them going through passport control, baggage claim, etc.

[AyeshD]

Thank you. I have booked meet and assist to make it easy for them. Do they need to show proof of funds again ? I will be writting in the letter that I am sponsoring them and would look after all the expenses in UK.

[Ticktack]

Thank you. I have booked meet and assist to make it easy for them. Do they need to show proof of funds again ? I will be writting in the letter that I am sponsoring them and would look after all the expenses in UK.

Proof of funds are no longer required. However, they might be asked how much money they have on them and if they have access to funds if and when required.