UK Visa Rules & Summary
| Item | Information |
|---|---|
| Common visa | Standard Visitor Visa |
| Purpose | Tourism, business visits, family visits, short-term study, permitted paid engagements |
| Standard Stay | Up to 6 months per visit |
| Application Method | Online UKVI portal + biometric enrollment |
| Government fee | £135 (6-month) |
| Where to apply | VFS Global / TLScontact center (Dubai or Abu Dhabi) |
| Royal Walk support | Document review, application filing, appointment management |
Do You Need a UK Visa or ETA?
Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA)
Standard Visitor Visa
Which UK Visitor Visa Do You Need?
Tourism & Leisure
Best For
Leisure travellers, holidaymakers and people visiting family or friends.
Permitted Activities
Sightseeing, holidays, visiting relatives and social events.
Core Documents
Provisional travel and accommodation details, or an invitation and accommodation evidence.
Business Visitor
Best For
Executives, entrepreneurs, delegates and professionals.
Permitted Activities
Meetings, conferences, trade fairs, negotiations, site visits and interviews.
Core Documents
A UK host invitation and employer support letter.
Permitted Paid Engagements (PPE)
Best For
Specialists, artists, academics and invited professionals.
Permitted Activities
Specific pre-arranged paid engagements permitted under the Visitor route.
Core Documents
A formal UK organisation invitation explaining the engagement and compensation.
UK Visa Requirements
Intention to Leave
Financial Self-Support
Genuine Intentions
Who Can Apply Through Royal Walk?
Salaried Professionals
Business Owners & Self-Employed
Dependents & Sponsored Applicants
First-Time International Travellers
How to Apply for a UK Visa
Initial Profile Assessment
We evaluate your passport background, travel purpose, and financial proofs to select the correct visa route and build a winning file strategy.
Online UKVI Portal Filing
We complete your official UK Home Office online application form with high accuracy to eliminate common administrative errors and rejection flags.
Document Auditing & File Compilation
We audit your employment letters, bank statements, and travel proofs, organizing them into a clear digital PDF file for UKVI review.
VFS Global Appointment & Fee Payment
We pay your official government visa fees and secure your biometrics appointment at your nearest authorized VFS Global or TLScontact center.
Biometric Enrollment & Passport Submission
You attend your local visa application center to submit your digital fingerprints, take your passport photo, and hand in your physical passport.
Documents Required for Your UK Visa Application
Important: Document requirements are subject to change. Always verify requirements through the official UKVI website before submitting your application.
Financial Requirements for a UK Visit Visa
Bank Statement Requirements
- Provide recent active bank statements covering an appropriate period, commonly three to six months.
- Show regular income that is consistent with the employment or business information in the application.
Important Guidance
- Explain unusual or large recent deposits with credible supporting evidence.
- Show funds that reasonably cover the trip without relying on prohibited work or public funds.
Global Biometrics & VFS Centre Workflow
After you submit your online UKVI application, you'll receive an appointment confirmation directing you to attend an authorized Visa Application Centre (VAC), operated by VFS Global or TLScontact, to provide your fingerprints and a digital photo.
Appointment Booking
We guide you through booking your biometric appointment via UKVCAS, once your online application and payment are complete.
Biometrics Reusability
Biometric reuse isn't currently available for applicants outside the UK, so most overseas applicants provide fresh biometrics with each new application.
UK Visa Fees
| Visa | Fee |
|---|---|
| Standard Visitor Visa (up to 6 months) | £135 |
| Long-Term Visitor Visa (2 years) | £506 |
| Long-Term Visitor Visa (5 years) | £903 |
| Long-Term Visitor Visa (10 years) | £1,128 |
| Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) | £20 |
| Priority Service (where available) | £500 |
| Super Priority Service (where available) | £1,000 |
UK Visa Processing Time
Standard Processing
Decisions take approximately 15 working days (3 weeks) from your biometrics appointment date.
Priority Processing
Decisions take approximately 5 working days from your local biometrics submission date. £500
Super Priority Processing
Decisions take approximately 24 to 48 hours (1 to 2 working days) after biometrics collection. £1,000
Long-Term UK Visitor Visas (2, 5 & 10 Years)
2-Year Visitor Visa
5-Year Visitor Visa
10-Year Visitor Visa
Do You Need an eVisa or an ETA?
| Feature | ETA (Electronic Travel Authorisation) | eVisa |
|---|---|---|
| What it is | Digital travel permission | Digital record of immigration status |
| Who it is for | Eligible visa-exempt short-term visitors | People who already hold relevant UK immigration permission or status |
| Purpose | Permission to travel to the UK | Evidence of the immigration permission or status already held |
| Physical document relationship | Does not replace a visa for visa nationals | Replaces or supplements eligible physical status documents |
| Linked to | Passport used for the ETA application | UKVI account and current passport details |
| Typical user | Eligible tourist or business visitor from a visa-exempt nationality | Person with a granted visa, settlement or another eligible UK status |
Common Reasons UK Visa Applications Get Rejected
Ready to Start Your UK Visa Application?
Tell us your nationality, residence status, and reason for visiting the United Kingdom. Our visa team will assess the right next steps for your application.