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United Kingdom Visa Guide
The UK uses a largely points-based, document-led system. Most decisions are made on the paperwork you submit online rather than an interview, which makes a clean, complete evidence pack decisive.
Choose your United Kingdom visa
touristUnited Kingdom Tourist VisaA short-stay visa for tourism, visiting family or friends, and other non-business leisure travel. The single biggest factor in approval is convincing the officer you will return home.studentUnited Kingdom Student VisaA visa allowing you to study at an accredited institution. Approval hinges on a genuine course of study, proof of funds for tuition and living costs, and credible ties to your home country.workUnited Kingdom Work VisaA visa permitting employment, usually requiring a job offer and sponsorship from an approved employer. Skilled-worker routes often use points systems or labour-market tests.familyUnited Kingdom Family VisaA visa to join a spouse, partner, parent or child who is a citizen or resident. Approval rests on proving a genuine relationship and meeting income or sponsorship thresholds.
Key things to know
- Most routes are decided on documents — credibility interviews are the exception, not the rule.
- Students need a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) from a licensed sponsor.
- Skilled Worker visas require a Certificate of Sponsorship and a salary threshold.
- Financial evidence usually must be held for 28 consecutive days before applying.
Official source:https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration
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