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You can usually stay in the UK for up to 6 months. You might be able to apply to stay for longer in certain circumstances, for example to get medical treatment.
Eligibility requirements
You must be able to show that:
- You are genuinely seeking entry to the UK for the purpose you are applying for.
- You’ll leave the UK at the end of your visit.
- You’re able to support yourself and your dependants during your trip and return or onward journey. (or have funding from someone else to support you)
- You’ll not live in the UK for extended periods through frequent or successive visits, or make the UK your main home.
Depending on your situation, there may be differences in the specific standards you must meet. Seeking advice from an immigration specialist can be beneficial. Call us on 020********
What you can and cannot do with visit visa
You can visit the UK as a Standard Visitor:
- for tourism, for example on a holiday or vacation
- to see your family or friends
- to volunteer for up to 30 days with a registered charity
- to pass through the UK to another country (‘in transit’)
- for certain business activities, for example attending a meeting or interview
- to take part in a school exchange programme
- to do a recreational course of up to 30 days, for example a dance course
- to study, do a placement or take an exam
- as an academic, senior doctor or dentist
- for medical reasons
You cannot:
- do paid or unpaid work for a UK company or as a self-employed person
- claim public funds (benefits)
- live in the UK for long periods of time through frequent or successive visits
- marry or register a civil partnership, or give notice of marriage or civil partnership – you’ll need to apply for a Marriage Visitor visa
Long-term Standard Visitor visas
You can choose to apply for a long-term Standard Visitor visa if you visit the UK regularly. This visa lasts 2, 5 or 10 years. You can stay for a maximum of 6 months on each visit.
If you’re under 18 years old when you apply, your long-term Standard Visitor visa will only be valid for up to 6 months after you turn 18. You cannot get a refund on the fee.
You may be given a shorter visa than requested if UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) believes you cannot meet the eligibility requirements for the duration of the visa you applied for. You will not get a refund of the application fee if you get a shorter visa or if your application is refused.
Your visa may be cancelled if your travel history shows you are repeatedly living in the UK for extended periods.
Visa Fees
| Visitor Visa | Price | Date |
|---|---|---|
|
Standard Visitor visa |
£115 |
6 months |
|
Standard Visitor visa for medical reasons |
£200 |
12 Months |
|
Standart Visitor visa for academics |
£200 |
12 Months |
|
2 year long-term Standart Visitor visa |
£400 |
6 Months per visit |
|
5 year long-term Standart Visitor visa |
£771 |
6 Months per visit |
|
10 year long-term Standart Visitor visa |
£963 |
6 Months per visit |
Useful link and recourse to support documents from the UK government: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/visitor-visa-guide-to-supporting-documents/guide-to-supporting-documents-visiting-the-uk