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The Tourism, Leisure, and Family Visit Visa is designed for those looking to enjoy a brief stay in the UK, whether it's to spend quality time with friends and family or to indulge in a vacation. This visa falls under the broader Standard Visitor category, which caters to individuals planning a temporary visit to the UK for up to six months.
This visa route doesn't offer a pathway to permanent residency in the UK. If you're traveling with others, each person in the group needs to submit their own individual application.
You must have a genuine reason for your visit, such as tourism, business, visiting family or friends, or receiving private medical treatment. You will need to clearly state and provide evidence of your visit’s purpose.
You must demonstrate that you intend to leave the UK at the end of your visit. This could include showing evidence of ties to your home country, such as employment, family, property ownership, or ongoing studies.
You need to show that you have enough money to support yourself during your stay in the UK without needing to work or access public funds. This includes covering accommodation, travel, and living expenses.
Your previous immigration history will be considered. If you have a history of overstaying or breaking visa conditions, your application may be refused.
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Unless you use the priority or super-priority service (which may not be available in all countries), it can typically take up to three weeks to learn whether your UK Standard Visitor Visa has been granted. If these expedited services are available in your country, and you pay the additional fee, you can expect a decision within five working days for priority service or by the next working day for super-priority service.
You will be emailed when your passport is ready for collection after a decision has been made on your UK Standard Visitor Visa application, whether the outcome is positive or negative. If your visa is approved, you will find a vignette affixed to one of the pages of your passport, which will provide details of your Standard Visitor Visa.
Yes, you can sponsor someone for a UK visitor visa. As a sponsor, you can provide an invitation letter and supporting documents to assist with their visa application. This may include proof of your immigration status in the UK, your address, and financial documents if you're covering their expenses.
The visitor must still meet the visa requirements, such as showing they have enough funds for the trip, intend to leave the UK after their visit, and have ties to their home country.
You must demonstrate that you have sufficient funds to cover your stay in the UK, including travel, accommodation, and living expenses, without needing public funds.
Extensions are generally not allowed. You must leave the UK before your visa expires. If you need to stay longer, you would need to apply for a new visa or a different type of visa from outside the UK.
Furthermore, if a UK family visa is refused, appeal or administrative review options might not always be available. In such cases, the only recourse may be to submit a new application or seek a judicial review.
We understand the emotional strain couples face when navigating these challenges. Our spouse visa lawyers offer compassionate and expert support to swiftly address negative decisions by the Home Office and work towards a positive outcome for you.
Yes, you will typically need to provide biometric information (fingerprints and a photograph) as part of your application process at a visa application center.
Yes, you can apply from any country where you legally reside. Ensure that you meet the visa requirements and provide appropriate supporting documents from the country where you are applying.
You will receive a refusal notice explaining the reasons for the decision. There is no right of appeal. You may re-apply or you can make an application for Judicial Review for your application to be reconsidered again.
No, the UK Visitor Visa does not permit work or long-term study. Limited activities, such as attending short courses, may be allowed under specific conditions.
Extensions are generally not allowed. You must leave the UK before your visa expires. If you need to stay longer, you would need to apply for a new visa or a different type of visa from outside the UK.
