How long does it take to apply for a UK visa?

The normal processing time for UK visas is 15 working days.

The required documents for applying for a British visa are as follows:?

1. Four two-inch color photos with white background taken within six months.

2. Complete the UK visa application form.

3. Copy of applicant’s ID card (front and back sides required).

4. The original and copy of the applicant’s household register.

5. The original and copy of the real estate certificate and vehicle driving license in the applicant’s name.

6. Detailed information on the applicant’s no criminal record in this country or other countries (if any).

7. Reservation information for hotel or air tickets to the UK.

8. The specific itinerary for this application.

9. If the parents are bringing a child under 18 years old for a visa, they need to provide a copy and original of the child's birth certificate, and the household registration is in the same household registration book; if one of the parents is taking the child to travel, they will not travel. One party needs to write a power of attorney.

Extended information

The UK visa application process is as follows:

1. Online application:

(1) Fill in the visa application form online .

(2) Make an appointment at the visa application center.

(3) Pay the visa fee online.

(4) Pay Health Surcharge online.

2. Go to the Visa Application Center:

(1) Scan the materials.

(2) Biometric information.

(3) Receive a passport.

3. Waiting for visa processing.

4. Biometric Information Card (BRP):

Starting from April 15, 2015, the UK will implement a biometric information card for Chinese citizens who apply to stay in the UK for 6 months or longer. policy. ?

The visa showing the full period of stay in the UK will be replaced by a temporary visa page valid for 30 days. Applicants need to go to the UK with this temporary visa and go to the designated post office to collect the biometric information card within 10 days of arrival in the UK.

The biometric card contains the complete validity period and information of your visa, so be sure to bring it with you when traveling internationally.

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