Windsor Castle to Host the Trumps

Due to ongoing renovations at Buckingham Palace, the Trumps will be officially received at Windsor Castle, similar to how Macron was hosted during his state visit. The palace’s refurbishment is expected to continue through 2027.

In a statement released Sunday evening, Buckingham Palace confirmed the visit:

“The President of the United States of America, President Donald J. Trump, accompanied by the First Lady Mrs. Melania Trump, has accepted an invitation from His Majesty The King to pay a State Visit to the United Kingdom from 17 September to 19 September 2025,” the statement read. “His Majesty The King will host The President and Mrs. Trump at Windsor Castle.”

Trump Accepts with Praise for the UK

Trump accepted the royal invitation during a February meeting with Starmer in the Oval Office. “The answer is yes,” Trump said. “On behalf of our wonderful First Lady, Melania, and myself, the answer is yes, and we look forward to being there and honoring the King and honoring, really, your country.”

He continued, “Your country is a fantastic country, and it’ll be our honor to be there.”

The former president has often spoken warmly about the British royal family, and in March, he shared that he “loves King Charles.”

Looking Ahead to Future Royal Engagements

Following Trump’s inauguration, it was reported that senior members of the royal family were already being considered for an official visit to the United States in 2026 — further suggesting that the monarchy continues to prioritize diplomatic ties with Washington in the years ahead.