United Kingdom (UK) Visa Application Requirements

 

Here is a clear summary of the key United Kingdom (UK) visa application requirements for the following visa types: Student Visa, Business Visa (Standard Visitor - Business), and Tourist/Visitor Visa.

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General UK Visa Requirements (All Types)

All applicants must provide:

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1. Completed Visa Application Form (Online)

   • filling visa application form.

2. Valid Passport

   • At least one blank page.

   • Valid for the entire duration of stay.

3. Passport-Sized Photograph (only required for some visa centres)

4. Visa Application Fee Payment

   • Paid online during application.

5. Biometric Information

   • Fingerprints and photo taken at a visa application centre (VAC).

6. Proof of Financial Means

   • Bank statements or sponsor documents to show you can cover your stay.

7. Travel History

   • Details of previous travel (especially to UK, US, Schengen countries, etc.).

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🎓 UK Student Visa (Tier 4 or Student Route)

Additional Requirements:

• Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS)

  • Issued by a UK-licensed student sponsor (university/college).

• Proof of Funds

  • Enough money to pay for:

    • Tuition fees (as per CAS)

    • Living expenses (approx. £1,334/month in London or £1,023/month elsewhere, for up to 9 months).

• English Language Proficiency

  • IELTS, TOEFL, or other UKVI-approved test (if required by your course/provider).

• TB Test Certificate (if from a listed country)

  • Check

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💼 UK Business Visa (Standard Visitor – Business)

Purpose Examples:

• Attend meetings, conferences, or training.

• Sign deals or contracts.

• Conduct site visits or inspections.

Additional Requirements:

• Invitation Letter from UK business/organization.

• Letter from Employer

  • Confirming job title, purpose of trip, and that applicant will return to job.

• Proof of Business Activities

  • Meeting schedules, conference registrations, etc.

• Proof of Ties to Home Country

  • To show intention to return after visit.

 

🧳 UK Tourist / Visitor Visa (Standard Visitor Visa)

Purpose:

• Tourism, holidays, visiting family/friends, or short leisure stays.

Additional Requirements:

• Travel Itinerary (optional but helpful)

• Accommodation Booking or invitation letter (if staying with family/friends).

• Proof of Funds

  • To show you can cover all costs of the trip.

• Letter of Invitation (if visiting someone)

  • Include host’s status in the UK (passport, visa, etc.).

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💡 Note:

• UK visitor visas are usually valid for 6 months, but long-term multiple-entry visas (2, 5, or 10 years) are available under specific conditions.

• Processing time: Normally around 3 weeks, but faster services (priority/super priority) may be available.

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