United Kingdom Standard Visitor Visa
United Kingdom Standard Visitor Visa
United Kingdom Standard Visitor Visa Description
Overview
The Standard Visitor Visa allows individuals to visit the United Kingdom for a variety of short-term reasons, including tourism, visiting family and friends, attending business meetings, or receiving medical treatment.
Understanding the Validity Period
The validity period of a UK visa depends on the type of visa and the specific circumstances of the applicant.
- Short-Term Visitor Visa: Typically valid for 6 months from the date it is issued. This allows you to stay in the UK for up to 6 months for tourism, visiting family or friends, or business activities. You can enter the UK anytime within the 6-month validity period, but your stay is limited to a maximum of 6 months per visit.
- Longer-Term Visitor Visas: If you frequently visit the UK, you may be eligible for a longer-term visitor visa. These visas have longer validity periods(2,5 or 10 years) but still limit the duration of each stay to 6 months.
How Long Does it Take to Process
The processing time of Standard Visitor Visa is approximately 3 weeks.
What is the Cost ?
A Standard Visitor visa costs £115 for up to 6 months. The earliest you can apply is 3 months before you travel.
Important Documents Required
- Valid Passport: Original Passport with validity of minimum six months and minimum two blank page (back-to back)for visa stamp. Attach all previous passports to show previous travel history (If any).
- Photograph: Two recent passport size photographs with matt finish, 60%-80% face coverage, white background and without border (Size: 35mm x 45mm).
- Letter of invitation: You need a letter of invitation from your host in UK(family or friends), which includes details about the host and your relationship, travel dates, and where you will stay during your visit.
- Proof of Funds: To show that you have enough money for your trip, you need to provide documents like CA Report, bank statements, pay slips, or a letter from your employer. The amount required depends on how long you plan to stay and your travel plans. For a single person, it’s good to have at least 5 lakhs INR to show that you can cover your expenses during your stay.
- Occupational Documents:
- If you’re employed, you need to provide evidence of your job and your ability to return to your home country after the visit. Required Documents
- Your position, salary, and length of employment.
- Confirmation that you are on leave and expected to return to your job after the trip.
- Details of the vacation/leave dates and your return date.
- Recent Pay Slips: A few months’ worth of pay slips to show your income and employment history.
- Tax Returns: Copies of your recent tax returns.
- If you own a business or are self-employed, you need to provide proof of your business and financial standing. Required Documents
- Business Registration Documents: Proof of business registration, such as the business license, certificate of incorporation, or partnership agreement.
- Income Tax Returns: Personal and business income tax returns for the last 2-3 years to show stable income and financial stability.
- Financial Statements: Bank statements and other financial documents that demonstrate the financial health of the business.
- If you are a farmer, you need to prove your farming activities and financial stability to show that you are committed to returning to your home country after your visit. Required Documents
- Land Ownership Documents: Proof of land ownership, such as the title deed of your farm or lease agreements.
- Agricultural Income Proof/ JForms: Documentation of income generated from farming activities, such as receipts, sales invoices, or financial statements.
- Tax Returns: Personal and farming-related tax returns for the past 2-3 years.
- If you are a student, you need to show that you are currently studying and intend to return to your educational institution after your visit. Required Documents
- Enrollment Certificate: A letter from your school or university confirming that you are currently enrolled and in good standing.
- No Objection Letter: A letter from your educational institution granting you permission to take a short leave for travel.
- Sponsor Documents (if applicable): If someone is sponsoring your trip, include their financial documents, an affidavit of support.
- Some additional Documents
- If you are married, you need to provide your marriage certificate.
- If someone is supporting you financially for the trip, you need to provide their affidavit of support.
- If you have previous international travel experience, you need to provide: Copies of previous visas (e.g., U.S., UK, Canada or Schengen visas).Stamped pages from your passport showing your travel history.
- Name change Affidavit(if applicable)
- Documents of the Sponsor:Documents of the Sponsor include Visa status, Passport & Visa copy, Residence Proof, Employment proof, Tax document and pay slips if working, Bank statement, Proof of home / flat ownership or rental contract. etc.
- Flight and Hotel reservations: These are required only if you are applying for a tourist visa without a sponsor. You will need to provide proof of your travel arrangements, including a confirmed flight booking showing your arrival and departure dates, as well as hotel reservations for the duration of your stay in UK.
- A written itinerary: A written itinerary is required if you are applying for a tourist visa without a sponsor. This document should outline your plans while in UK, including details about the places you intend to visit, activities you plan to do, and any events you want to attend during your stay.
- Proof of relationship: Proof of relationship with the sponsor can include documents such as passports, birth certificates, marriage certificates.
Steps to Apply
- Free counselling and assessment from our team.
- Documents preparation.
- Submit documents and required information with us.
- Submit your application.
- Payment of fees.
- Biometrics Appointment (If Required).
- Wait for Processing.
- Receive Your Decision.
