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Any international traveller wanting to visit the United Kingdom needs a UK <\/strong>visa. There are different types of UK visas.The visa application is needed to secure the same. The UK visa is granted for study<\/strong><\/a>, travel, work, business, and other purposes to a foreigner. To receive the UK visa the application fee has to be submitted. Once, the visa is granted the individual is free to visit the UK for the duration of time set by the type of visa. Keep reading to learn more about the UK visa application online: visa types, eligibility criteria, documentation, the application process, fees, and more.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Visa Name <\/td>UK Visa <\/td><\/tr>
Validity<\/td>Varies (depending on visa)<\/td><\/tr>
Fee<\/td>Varies <\/td><\/tr>
Processing Time<\/td>3 weeks to 24 weeks  (depending on visa)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Steps for the UK Visa Application Online <\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The following are the essential steps that an applicant needs to take to receive a UK visa application online. The four main steps for the UK visa application are as follows<\/p>\n\n\n

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  1. Choose the visa to apply for<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Prepare your application<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Prove your identity<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Getting a decision on your application<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Check out this blog to know the<\/strong> UK visa requirements for Indians<\/strong><\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Types of UK Visa and their Purpose<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    The visa application has to be submitted based on the type of visa<\/strong>. The following are the different types of UK visas. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Note: the visas are granted based on the purpose of the visit (travel, study, business, joining family, etc), the location of the applicant, duration of stay, and personal circumstances and skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Purpose of Visa<\/strong> <\/td>Visa Type<\/strong> <\/td><\/tr>
    To visit the UK (holiday, to see family, business trip, short course of study)<\/td>Standard visitor visa <\/td><\/tr>
    For marriage in the UK<\/td>Marriage visitor visa <\/td><\/tr>
    For traveling through the UK <\/td>Travel visa <\/td><\/tr>
    To study in the UK (less than 6 months)<\/td>Standard Visitor visa <\/td><\/tr>
    To study in the UK (6 months-11 months)<\/td>Short-term study visa <\/td><\/tr>
    To study in the UK (sponsored by a university)<\/td>Student visa <\/td><\/tr>
    To study in the UK ( 4 to 17 year old)<\/td>Child Student visa <\/td><\/tr>
    To work in the UK<\/td>Work visa <\/strong><\/a><\/td><\/tr>
    To set up a business <\/td>Innovator Founder visa.<\/td><\/tr>
    To join the family in the UK<\/td>Family visa <\/td><\/tr>
    Commonwealth citizens<\/td>Ancestry visa<\/td><\/tr>
    Returning residents<\/td>Returning Resident visa <\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    When to Start the UK Visa Application Online?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Most of the UK visa application process can be completed online. Those who are applying with dependents will have to fill out a separate application form for each dependent. The UK Visa Application Online must be completed at the earliest. The time varies depending on the visa type:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Purpose of the visa<\/strong> <\/td>Application Time <\/td><\/tr>
    Visit visa <\/td>3 months before your planned travel date<\/td><\/tr>
    Work visas<\/td>6 months before travelling to the UK<\/td><\/tr>
    Student and Child Student visas<\/td>6 months before your course start date<\/td><\/tr>
    Settlement <\/td>6 months before traveling  to the UK<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    UK Visa Application Online Decision <\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    The UK visa application decision time taken can vary depending on the type of visa application, how the application has been processed, and where the applicant has applied from. The following table explains the time taken for a UK visa application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Visa Type<\/strong> <\/td>Time Taken for a Visa Processing Time<\/strong> <\/td><\/tr>
    Standard visitor visa <\/td>3 weeks <\/td><\/tr>
    Travel visa <\/td>24 weeks <\/td><\/tr>
    Student visa <\/td>3 weeks<\/td><\/tr>
    Work visa<\/td>3 Weeks<\/td><\/tr>
    Family visa <\/td>8 weeks<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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    UK Visa Application Online Fees <\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    The UK visa application online fees vary depending on the visa type. Therefore, we have provided a list of the UK visa application fees for the most common types of visas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Visit Visa <\/strong><\/td>Application Fees (INR)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
    Standard Visitor visa (Short-term study visa)<\/td>21639<\/td><\/tr>
    Standard Visitor visa (Transit)<\/td>3787-6925<\/td><\/tr>
    Standard Visitor visa (Parents of children at school)<\/td>68921<\/td><\/tr>
    Standard Visitor visa (child visitors)<\/td>12443-104193<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
    Study Visa<\/strong> <\/td>Application Fee (INR)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
    Short-term study visa<\/td>21639<\/td><\/tr>
    Parents of children at school<\/td>68921<\/td><\/tr>
    Student<\/td>53016<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
    Join Family Visa<\/strong> <\/td>Application Fee (INR)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
    Family of settled people (settlement)<\/td>199731- 351638<\/td><\/tr>
    Family members of the European Economic Area (EEA) and Swiss nationals<\/td>Free<\/td><\/tr>
    Members of the armed forces and their families (non-settlement)<\/td>68921<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
    Work Visa<\/strong><\/td>Application Fee (INR)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
    Work – applications made outside the UK <\/td>77793-88937<\/td><\/tr>
    Temporary Work (also applicable to the Isle of Man)<\/td>32243<\/td><\/tr>
    Other work categories<\/td>68921- 128862<\/td><\/tr>
    Members of the armed forces and their families (non-settlement)<\/td>Free-68921<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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    Payment for Healthcare<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Along with the application fees, it is healthcare fees that can be charged. That is, if the application is made for a study\/work\/join your family visa or for temporarily living in the UK.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Proving You do not Have Tuberculosis (TB)<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Those who are entering the UK for more than 6 months must preset the TB test certificate. It is one of the necessary steps to become eligible for the UK visa application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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