Standard Visitor Visa

Visa nationals require a visa to visit the UK, some of these are issued a visa on arrival and do not need to obtain a visa prior to arrival in the UK; however other visa nationals must obtain leave to enter the UK prior to arrival - you will not be allowed to fly if you don't ahve entry clearance.

You can check here to see a list of nationals requiring a visa for the UK.

What types of UK visit does the visa cover?

You should have this visa if you're going to the UK for leisure (a holiday or visiting family and friends), for a business trip (meetings, sourcing, trade shows etc.), to take part in sports or creative events or for some other reason like receiving private medical treatment. You can also use this visa for a short study course not exceeding 30 days.

For how long is the visa valid for?

The visa is valid for a maximum of six months. You must leave the UK before the vlaidity of the visa expires.

Some of the basics requirements

You will need to demonstrate in your application that:

• you have the means to finance the cost of the return journey
• you can support yourself for the duration of the stay in the UK
• that you will leave the UK at the end of your visit
• you have proof of any business or other activities you want to do in the UK

Because of the realtively low cost of applying, it is often thought that the requirements will easily be met; however visitor visas are a category that often fall for refusal.

A negative immigration history making future applications potentially more difficult for the applicant, and unnecessary reapplication costs, can all be avoided by using our services.