What to know about King Charles's state visit to US

King Charles and Queen Camilla will visit Washington DC, New York and Virginia during their four-day trip.

Announcement of the state visit by King Charles III and Queen Camilla to the United States from April 27 to April 30, 2026, marking the first official state visit of President Trump's second term.

Confirmation that King Charles III and Queen Camilla's state visit to the U.S. will proceed as planned, despite a shooting incident near a Washington dinner attended by President Trump.

Report confirming that King Charles's state visit to the U.S. will proceed as scheduled, following a shooting incident at a Washington media gala.

King Charles' state visit to the U.S. will proceed as scheduled on Monday, despite a shooting at a White House dinner attended by President Donald Trump. Buckingham Palace confirmed the visit will go ahead following discussions with U.S. officials.

Buckingham Palace confirms that King Charles's state visit to the U.S. will proceed as planned, following a shooting at a Washington media gala. The King and Queen are looking forward to the visit.

King Charles III is making a state visit to the U.S. this week, marking the first time the British monarch has visited the U.S. since becoming king in 2022. King Charles and Queen Camilla will visit the U.S. from Monday to Thursday. On Tuesday, Charles will address a joint meeting of Congress and the royal couple will attend a banquet dinner at the White House. Then on Wednesday, they pay a visit to New York City. Though it's Charles' first state visit to the U.S. as king, he traveled here 19 times before his coronation. Many of his royal relatives have also made memorable trips over the years, with experiences ranging from trying a hot dog for the first time to dancing with actor John Travolta.