Standard Visitor — up to 6 months
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United Kingdom visa guide
Explore visitor, student, sponsored work, family and post-decision options for the United Kingdom.
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UNITED KINGDOM
Tourist/Visitor Visa
For a temporary trip such as tourism, visiting family or permitted short business activities.
Route note
The Standard Visitor route covers permitted temporary activities such as tourism, family visits and some business activities. Ordinary paid or unpaid work is not permitted.
Visa charges and additional costsVerified 27 August 2026
Standard Visitor — up to 6 months£135
2 / 5 / 10-year visitorMaximum 6 months per visit£506 / £903 / £1,128
Hello Expert professional feeQuoted separately after profile assessment and a written scope. It is not included in the government charges shown above.
Verify current official charges Timeline, validity and submissionOfficial guidance, not a guarantee
Usually 3 weeks after identity and documents are completed
Up to 6 months per visit; long-term visas may be valid for 2, 5 or 10 years
Online application followed by identity check and biometrics where required
Who this may suit
- You have a clear, temporary and permitted reason for travelling.
- You can explain how the trip will be funded and where you will stay.
- You can show personal, family, study, employment or financial ties to your home country.
Document checklist
- Valid passport
- Recent photograph
- Travel purpose and itinerary
- Funds and income evidence
- Accommodation or invitation evidence
- Employment, study or business ties
- Travel history and previous visa decisions
Complete application process
1Confirm the correct visitor route2Build a profile-based checklist3Prepare forms and supporting evidence4Complete biometrics or interview if instructed5Track the official decision
Important: Government fees are non-refundable in many routes and may change without notice. Processing estimates are not guarantees. Applicant-specific documents, dependants, exchange rates and optional services can change the total. No payment should be made until the exact route and written fee breakdown are confirmed.
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