Standard Visitor visa
Allows individuals to visit the UK for up to 6 months for tourism, holidays, visiting family or friends, business meetings, or short courses of study.
Who this pathway suits
Tourists and business visitors holding non-visa-national passports.
Eligibility at a glance
- Intention to leave the UK at the end of the visit
- Genuine temporary visitor with sufficient funds to cover all expenses without working or claiming public funds
- Able to pay for return or onward journey
How the process works
- Complete online form on GOV.UK
- Pay £115 fee (for 6-month visa)
- Attend biometrics at VFS/TLScontact
- Passport returned with vignette
Documents you will typically need
- Valid passport, bank statements (past 3-6 months), employment/leave letter, itinerary, accommodation booking, invitation letter
What to keep in mind
Also available as 2-year, 5-year, and 10-year multi-entry visas (maximum stay 6 months per visit).
Official source: GOV.UK — Standard Visitor visa. Government authorities make all final decisions; no outcome is guaranteed.
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