UK Visa for Indian Citizens: VFS Global Application & Fees

United Kingdom Entry Conditions for Indian Citizens

• Visa stay

  6 months
• Visa validity

  180 days
• Visa term

  Short term
• Visa applicant

  Required

Documents Checklist for United Kingdom from India

• Visa Application Form

  Completed application form for UK, ensure all sections are filled out accurately and legibly, incomplete or incorrect forms may result in delays or denial of your visa application, double-check for any errors before submission.

  Visa Application
• Passport Photo

  A passport photo is required, the photo must be no older than 6 months and must meet the specific requirements set by UK authorities, such as size, background color, and facial expression, ensure the photo is of high quality to avoid any issues.
• Passport

  Original passport or travel document of India with at least 6 months remaining validity on the date of travel and at least 2 visa pages clear of any markings, the passport should be in good condition without any damage that could render it invalid.
• Previous Passport

  Provide a previous passport of India if any, this can help verify your travel history and identity, ensure you provide clear copies of all relevant pages.
• Residency Proof

  Legal residence in India you are applying from, such as a visa or residence permit, confirmation of legal residence is required if you are not a national of India in which you are applying or if your right to reside there is not included in your passport, the residence permit should be valid for at least 3 months after your departure from UK.
• Proof of Funds

  Proof of enough money for your stay and to leave UK, such as personal bank statements, pay slips from your employer, or tax records, these documents help verify that you have sufficient funds to support yourself during your stay and for your return journey.
• Current Details

  Employed:

  • A letter from your employer on company letterhead, with contact details, stating that a leave of absence has been granted, purpose and duration of the trip, and that you will be returning to your current job.

  • Current bank statement of the latest 6 months

  • Income Tax Return (ITR)

  • Original pay slips

  Self Employed:

  • Include a copy of your business license

  • Company bank statement of the latest 6 months

  • Income Tax Return (ITR)

  Student:

  • Submit an official letter from your school indicating that you are in good standing and that you are registered for the upcoming semester.

  • No Object certificate from School or University.

  • Retired:

  • Submit proof of your retirement fund.
• Travel itinerary

  Travel itinerary is a travel reservation to and from UK in your name, not a ticket, the itinerary should include your travel dates, flight numbers, and any layovers or connections, this document helps show your planned travel route and duration of stay.

  Get Itinerary
• Accomodation Proof

  Accommodation reservation in UK for the duration of your visit, the reservation should include the name and address of the accommodation, your check-in and check-out dates, and confirmation of your booking, this helps verify where you will be staying during your trip.

  Get Hotel Itinerary

UK Visa Exemption

How to Enter United Kingdom as an Indian Citizen

• 1
  Gather required documents

  Gather all the necessary documents required for a UK tourist visa including passport and other supporting documents required by the UK authorities, if your documents are in a language different from English, they need to be translated.
• 2
  Valid passport

  Check your India passport is valid with at least 6 months of validity beyond your intended stay in UK, if not, apply for a new India passport, the passport must also have at least one blank page for visa stamps.
• 3
  Fill application form

  You will need to fill out a visa application form, which is available at the immigration counter, this form requires personal information, passport details, and intended travel plans to UK, make sure to fill out the form accurately and completely.
• 4
  Schedule appointment

  Schedule an appointment with the UK embassy or consulate where you will submit your application, you can do this online or by contacting the embassy or consulate.
• 5
  Submit documents

  Submit your application form along with your passport to the officer at the UK embassy or consulate, you will be required to provide all the necessary documents as well, ensure that all documents are in order and up-to-date.
• 6
  Visa processing

  The processing time for the visa process is typically a few days, during this time, your application, passport, and any other documents will be reviewed by an immigration officer, the visa application will either be approved or denied based on the information provided in the application and the supporting documents.
• 7
  Recieve visa

  If the application is approved, the applicant will receive the UK visa in their passport and can collect the passport from the UK embassy or consulate.

UK Travel Advice

UK tourist visa things to consider

• Travelers need a visa to visit United Kingdom for Business or Tourism.
• Travelers should check transit requirements for any other countries they transit through before arriving in the United Kingdom.
• You can only transit through the UK if you have a valid US visa and are traveling to the US. Please understand that the US visa allows you to transit through the airport and not enter the UK.
• If you have an Indian Passport, you do not need a Visa to come to Bermuda

Travel Advice for Indian Citizens Visiting United Kingdom