1. Visa Application Form

• Online Application Form:
  • Complete the Standard Visitor Visa application.

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2. Passport

• Valid Passport:
  • Must be valid for the entire duration of your stay in the UK.
  • Must have at least one blank page for the visa stamp.
• Previous Passports:
  • Carry old passports if they contain previous UK visas or significant travel history.

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3. Photograph

• Passport-sized Photo:
  • Recent, color photo (45mm x 35mm).
  • White background, no glasses (unless required medically), and no head coverings (unless for religious purposes).
  • Photo specifications must comply with UKVI guidelines.

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4. Visa Application Fee

• Standard Visa Fee.

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5. Proof of Travel Purpose

• Tourism:
  • A detailed travel itinerary, including flight bookings, accommodation details, and planned activities.
• Visiting Family/Friends:
  • Invitation letter from the host in the UK.
  • Copy of the host’s passport and visa/residence permit (if not a UK citizen).

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6. Proof of Financial Means

• Bank Statements:
  • 3–6 months of recent bank statements stamped by the bank.
• Income Proof:
  • Pay slips for the last 3 months.
  • Income Tax Returns (ITR) or Form 16 (for Indian applicants).
• For Self-Employed:
  • Business registration certificate, recent tax returns, and financial documents.
• Proof of Sponsorship (if applicable):
  • If someone is sponsoring your trip, include their financial documents and a sponsorship letter.

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7. Proof of Ties to Home Country

• Employment Proof:
  • Letter from employer stating your position, salary, and approved leave.
• Proof of Education:
  • If a student, provide a letter from your institution confirming enrollment and leave approval.
• Property/Asset Documents:
  • Ownership documents for property or assets in your home country.

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8. Accommodation Details

• Hotel Reservations:
  • Confirmed bookings for your stay in the UK.
  • If staying with a host, provide their:
    • Address details.
    • Invitation letter.
    • Proof of their residency or citizenship in the UK.

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9. Travel Insurance

• Comprehensive Travel Insurance:
  • Covering the duration of your stay in the UK, including medical emergencies.
  • Though not mandatory, it is highly recommended.

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10. Flight Reservations

• Round-trip Ticket Booking:
  • Proof of booked return flight to your home country.
  • Avoid purchasing non-refundable tickets before visa approval.

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11. Supporting Documents (If Applicable)

• For Minors:
  • Birth certificate.
  • Notarized parental consent letter if the child is traveling alone or with one parent.
  • Copies of parents’ passports.
• For Business Visitors:
  • Invitation letter from a UK company.
  • Proof of business activities, such as meeting schedules or event details.
• Medical Treatment Visitors:
  • Appointment letter from a UK medical institution.
  • Proof of ability to cover treatment costs.

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12. Tuberculosis Test Certificate (if applicable)

• Required if applying from certain countries.
• Check the UKVI website to see if your country requires a TB test.

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13. Biometric Appointment

• Biometric Enrolment:
  • Schedule an appointment at a UK Visa Application Centre (VAC).
  • Provide fingerprints and photograph at the VAC.

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14. Interview

• Attend the Interview:
  • Be prepared to answer questions about your trip, finances, and ties to your home country.