The Standard Visitor Visa, popularly known as the UK Tourist Visa, permits non-residents of the United Kingdom to visit the UK for tourism or for visiting their relatives and friends, or any specific permitted activities. This is normally granted for a short time of six months up to ten years according to one's needs and qualification.
One has to follow the eligibility criteria mentioned below to make an application successfully for a UK Tourist Visa.
It is issued for general tourism or visiting family or attending events.
The duration of stay can be up to six months for each stay.
Long-term travelers use this visa.
This is available for 2, 5, or 10 years, and every visit can only last up to six months.
The average stay allowed under most UK Tourist Visas is six months. For long-term visas, you are allowed to make multiple visits, though, but not to exceed more than six months on each visit. Except in exceptional circumstances, the stay is not usually allowed to surpass the validity of the visa.
Determine which type of visa you require according to your travel intention. Ensure you are eligible for the selected visa category.
You will need to produce the following:
Fill out the UK Tourist Visa application form on the official UK Visas and Immigration website. Ensure all details are accurate to avoid delays.
Pay the fee for your kind of visa. The fees depend on the length and type of the visa.
Book an appointment at a visa application center for the submission of your fingerprints and photograph. For most applicants, this is an obligatory step.
Some applicants might be requested for an interview. Prepare to answer questions on travel plans and present other supporting documents.
The processing time is dependent, but usually, it takes 15 days. Expedited services are offered for urgent cases.
The cost of a UK Tourist Visa depends on the type and length:
To simplify the visa process for travelers, Kritin Global provides the following services:
Many clients have successfully obtained their UK Tourist Visas with our assistance. Whether it’s first-time travelers or those with complex cases, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional results.