Visas

UK Visa Information

Welcome to comprehensive guide on UK visas. Whether you are visiting for a short stay, moving for work or study, or looking to settle in the UK, this page provides essential information on the various visa options available.

Visitor Visas

Standard Visitor Visa

  • For tourism, visiting family/friends, or short business trips
  • Valid for up to 6 months
  • May require proof of funds and accommodation

Marriage Visitor Visa

  • For individuals intending to get married or register a civil partnership in the UK
  • Not valid for settlement

Permitted Paid Engagement Visa

  • For short-term paid work engagements such as lectures, artistic performances, or expert contributions

Work Visas

Skilled Worker Visa

  • For individuals with a job offer in an eligible skilled occupation
  • Requires sponsorship by a UK employer
  • Points-based system (job offer, salary, English proficiency)

Health and Care Worker Visa

  • A subcategory of the Skilled Worker visa
  • For healthcare professionals
  • Reduced visa fees and fast-track processing

Global Talent Visa

  • For highly skilled individuals in fields like science, engineering, digital technology, and arts
  • No job offer required; based on endorsement by a recognized UK body

Temporary Worker Visas (T5)

  • Includes categories like Creative Worker, Charity Worker, Religious Worker, etc.
  • Usually valid for 6–24 months

Student Visas

Student Visa

  • For individuals accepted into a UK educational institution
  • Requires Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS)
  • Proof of funds and English proficiency required

Child Student Visa

  • For children aged 4–17 attending an independent school in the UK

Short-term Study Visa

  • For short courses or English language programs up to 11 months

Family Visas

Spouse/Partner Visa

  • For partners of UK citizens or settled persons
  • Must prove relationship and financial requirements

Parent Visa

  • For parents of a child living in the UK

Child Visa

  • For children joining a parent or guardian in the UK

Business & Investment Visas

Business & Investment Visas

Innovator Founder Visa

  • For experienced businesspersons intending to start an innovative business in the UK
  • Requires endorsement and investment capital

Start-up Visa

  • For new entrepreneurs starting a business for the first time
  • Must be endorsed by a UK higher education institution or business organization

Settlement & Long-Term Stay

Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR)

  • For individuals who have lived in the UK for a qualifying period
  • Pathway to British citizenship

British Citizenship

  • Can be acquired through naturalization after holding ILR
  • Requires passing Life in the UK Test and English language proficiency

Asylum and Humanitarian Protection

  • For individuals fleeing persecution, war, or violence
  • Must apply once in the UK and meet strict eligibility requirements

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