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UK Standard Visitor Visa

For tourism, business, family visits, or short study up to 6 months.

Processing
21–60 days
Typical stay
Course duration
Base fee
$127
Documents
0 required

What the Standard Visitor Visa Covers

Tourism, family visits, business meetings, conferences, short courses, and private medical treatment. Stays up to 6 months. Multiple-entry options available.

Key Requirements

  • Passport with at least one blank page
  • Bank statements for the last 6 months
  • Employment letter and pay slips
  • Travel itinerary and accommodation
  • Proof of ties to home country
  • TB test certificate (if applicable)

The 6-Month Rule

You can stay up to 6 months per visit. You cannot live in the UK through repeated visits. The officer looks for a pattern of genuine temporary visits.

Processing

15 working days standard. Priority (5 days) and Super Priority (24 hours) available at extra cost.

Frequently asked

No. You cannot work, volunteer, or take paid employment. You can attend meetings and conferences.

You can do short courses up to 6 months. For longer study, you need a Student visa.

There is no fixed limit, but frequent or lengthy visits raise suspicion. The officer looks for genuine temporary purpose.

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