Prince Harry and Meghan Markle smiling together at a public event
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Announce Extended UK Return Six Years After Megxit

The Sussexes are crossing the pond at the end of the month for a prolonged stay in Britain.

By Dee AlvarezPublished Updated 2 min read

The Sussexes are officially packing their bags for a major cross-Atlantic journey. Prince Harry and Meghan Markle revealed on Wednesday that they will be returning to the United Kingdom near the end of the month, laying the groundwork for what is described as an extended stay on British soil. The sudden update arrives six years after the couple famously stepped down from their duties as senior working members of the royal family—a dramatic exit universally dubbed Megxit by media and fans alike. Since relocating across the ocean to build their independent life in California, long visits back to London have been few and far between for the duo. ## why are prince harry and meghan markle moving back to the uk The decision to spend a lengthy stretch of time in Britain raises immediate questions about what the visit will actually entail. Royal commentators and pop-culture observers are already speculating about where the couple will stay, how their security arrangements will be handled, and whether any public appearances are planned during their time across the pond. Naturally, all eyes are also on the ongoing family dynamic. Since their exit six years ago, the couple’s public comments—including their massive Netflix docuseries *Harry & Meghan*—have kept their relationship with the monarchy in the global spotlight. A longer stay on home turf inevitably sparks curiosity about potential reunions or quiet conversations behind closed doors. ## when are prince harry and meghan markle returning to london The trip is set to begin before the month comes to a close. While specific itinerary details and precise travel dates have not been publicly broadcast, the emphasis on an "extended period" marks a clear departure from the brief, whirlwind visits Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have typically made in recent years. Whether this long-term trip points to new professional ventures, private family matters, or simply a prolonged change of scenery, the Sussexes are set to dominate international headlines once again. Six years after rewriting the rules of modern royalty, every single move Prince Harry and Meghan Markle make continues to captivate the public imagination.

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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle smiling together at a public event
They will keep their estate in Montecito, California. (Pictured: Markle and Harry at NBA All-Star Game in 2026.)
Security arrangements for the Sussexes (seen above wiht Prince William and Kate Middleton) are a “private matter,” Prime Minister Andy Burnham said.
Prince William and his younger brother (both seen above in 2022) have been estranged for years.
Harry accused William (seen above with his wife and kids in April) of physically attacking him over Markle.
Archie and Lilibet (both seen above with their parents) are enrolled in a British school.
The couple (seen above in August) and their two kids will reside in a private residence outside of London. The David Foster Foundation

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When are Prince Harry and Meghan Markle returning to the UK?
The couple announced they will be traveling to the UK near the end of the month.
How long are Prince Harry and Meghan Markle staying in the UK?
While specific dates have not been shared, the couple stated they will be in the UK for an extended period.