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India to United Kingdom visa requirements

Standard Visitor visa required before travel. GBP 135 for up to 6 months; ETA is not available to Indian ordinary passport holders. Indian ordinary passport holders are visa nationals for the UK and need a Standard Visitor visa before travel for tourism, business visits, family visits, or short study. There is no visa-on-arrival or ETA option for India. The short-term visitor visa costs GBP 135 for up to 6 months; 2-year, 5-year, and 10-year long-term visitor visas cost GBP 506, GBP 903, and GBP 1,128, with each visit still limited to 6 months. GOV.UK lists standard outside-UK processing for Standard Visitor visas as 3 weeks. Most successful UK visit visa applicants now get an eVisa only and should sign in to their UKVI account to view their permission before travel.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-06-19
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-06-19
Visa type
Standard Visitor Visa
Maximum stay
Up to 6 months per entry
per entry
Entries
Single or multiple entry, depending on grant
from issue date
Visa fee
GBP 135 (6 months)
consular fee only
Processing time
3 weeks
standard track
Validity
6 months, 2 years, 5 years, or 10 years
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Check passport validity
Your passport or travel document must be valid for the whole of your stay in the UK.
· valid for stay
/02
Apply online for Standard Visitor Visa
Apply via gov.uk/standard-visitor. Submit personal info, travel plans, employment, and finance details.
· online application
/03
Pay fees and book biometrics
Pay GBP 135 for a short-term visitor visa and book an appointment at a visa application centre.
· biometrics
/04
Attend biometrics appointment
Provide fingerprints and a facial photo; submit supporting documents (financials, travel plans, sponsor letters, employment proof).
· VFS appointment
/05
Receive decision and check eVisa
GOV.UK lists Standard Visitor processing outside the UK as 3 weeks. Most successful UK visit visa applicants now get an eVisa only; sign in to your UKVI account before travel.
· 3 weeks· eVisa
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items
Personalized checklist
India -> United Kingdom · Standard Visitor Visa
0 / 13 complete
Deadline reminderAdd a date before export
RequiredIndian passport
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
Valid for the whole stay
RequiredUK visa application (online)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Completed and paid
RequiredBiometrics appointment
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Visa application centre appointment
RequiredBank statements
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
Last 6 months; sufficient funds
RequiredEmployment letter
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
No-objection / leave letter from employer
RequiredTravel itinerary
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
Flight bookings, accommodation, day-by-day plan
ConditionalSponsor letter (if applicable)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
From UK host with their immigration status
RequiredPrevious travel evidence
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
Old passport stamps; previous UK/Schengen/US/AU visas
RecommendedTax returns (ITR)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Last 2-3 years strongly recommended
RequiredUKVI account access
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Set up online account to view eVisa once approved
RequiredOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Use the current form from the official or designated application channel.
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Official sourcesGOV.UK — UK visa requirements for international carriersGOV.UK — Standard Visitor visaGOV.UK — Apply for a Standard Visitor visa
Application link included: GOV.UK — UK visa requirements for international carriers
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Standard Visitor Visa (6 months)GBP 135Single applicant; price raised on 8 April 2026
Visitor Visa (2 years)GBP 506Multiple entries, 6 months max per stay
Visitor Visa (5 years)GBP 903Multiple entries, 6 months max per stay
Visitor Visa (10 years)GBP 1,128Multiple entries, 6 months max per stay
Priority Service (5 working days)GBP 500Optional if offered for the application
Super Priority (next working day)GBP 1,000Optional if offered; timing depends on appointment or upload day
Immigration Health SurchargeNot applicableVisitor visas exempt from IHS
Total estimateGBP 135 — GBP 1,128incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard Visitor Visa (6 months)
3 weeks
GOV.UK processing time for Standard Visitor applications made outside the UK.
Priority Service
5 working days
Additional GBP 500 fee if the service is available for the application.
Super Priority Service
Next working day
Additional GBP 1,000 fee if available; weekend or bank-holiday appointments can take longer.
Longer visas (2/5/10 years)
3 weeks
Same GOV.UK service standard as other Standard Visitor applications outside the UK.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Insufficient funds shown
Bank statements should clearly show stable income and reserves for the trip; sudden lump-sum deposits raise suspicion.
Medium
/02
Weak ties to India
Unmarried young applicants, no property, no job stability, or no dependents can be deemed at risk of overstaying.
Medium
/03
Inconsistent application
Mismatched dates, vague itinerary, or contradictions between application and supporting documents.
Medium
/04
Previous visa refusal
Past UK, US, Schengen, Canada, or Australia refusals must be declared and explained.
Medium
/05
Frequent visa applications
Multiple short-notice applications can suggest planned long-term residence rather than tourism.
Low
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-06-19
Reviewed by Claude Code
Second-pass review: re-verified the evidence chain against official sources; key facts confirmed and checked-date refreshed.
2026-06-19
Official UK visitor route re-verified
Added checked-date, replaced non-official sources with GOV.UK and Home Office sources, confirmed India remains a visa-national route, updated processing to 3 weeks, removed unsupported passport and statistics claims, and softened eVisa wording.
2026-04-08 · major
UK visa fees increased
UK Home Office raised Standard Visitor Visa fee to GBP 135 (from GBP 127) and other categories on 8 April 2026.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Indian citizens need a UK visa?—
Yes — Indian ordinary passport holders need a UK Standard Visitor Visa for tourism, business, family visits, or short study. There is no visa-on-arrival or ETA option for India.
How much does the UK visa cost?+
How long does the UK visa take?+
Do I get a sticker in my passport?+
Can Indian citizens apply for a UK ETA instead?+
Can I work in the UK on a visitor visa?+
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