UK visit visas are required by non-British nationals wishing to enter the UK to stay for short periods (a maximum of 6 months). Whether or not you need a visit visa depends on your nationality, the purpose of your visit and the length of your stay.
The UK visit visa category includes a number of specific visitor visas assigned to the purpose of the visit (to holiday, visit family and friends, get married, study a short course or sit the PLAB, amongst others).
UK Visit Visas
A Tourist Visitor visa allows individuals to travel in the UK for up to 6 months to experience British culture, traditions, heritage and of course the weather!
This visa allows business people to lay ground-work in the UK for future business transactions.
A Family Visitor visa provides the opportunity to meet with friends and family in the UK for up to 6 months. Friends or family will act as a UK sponsor.
A Marriage Visitor visa allows couples to travel to the UK for up to 6 months for the purpose of getting married.
This type of visa provides an opportunity to come to the UK to undertake a short education/training course.
Prospective students are people who intend to study in the UK but have not yet been accepted into a course of study.
A Child Visitor visa is specifically for those under 18 years of age to meet family and friends in the UK for up to 6 months.
A Medical Visitor visa is for those who need to come to the UK to receive private medical treatment.
This type of visa is suitable for those entering the UK for a short time to take part in certain sporting events.
This visa allows participants to take part in certain major arts festivals, music competitions and charity events in the UK.
This visa allows a parent to accompany their children whilst they attend school in the UK for a year.