UK Visa

Required Documents for UK Visa

The items on the list of required documents for a UK visa vary almost entirely depending on the type of visa applied for and the type of passport the individual holds. For example, as mentioned above, if a person holds a diplomatic passport, the visa requirement is not applicable, and entry is allowed only with the passport. However, in different circumstances, the file submitted to the consulate may need to contain multiple documents. Generally, we can list some of the documents typically requested in most foreign visa policies, along with their details, as follows. However, in addition to the documents listed below, additional documents may be requested at the discretion of the consulate when deemed necessary.

• Visa Application Form (Must be filled out completely and in 2 copies.)
• Passport (Must be current and have at least 2 blank pages.)
• ID Copy (Accepted in color and double-sided.)
• Full Registry Copy
• 2 Biometric Photos (Must be scanned, with a white background and dimensions of 35x45 mm.)
• Visa Request Letter
• Bank account statement
• Salary slip / service statement, etc. (For employees)
• Activity certificate / Bağkur - service statement, etc. (For employers)
• Travel documents (Must include all transportation and accommodation reservations related to the trip.)
• Fee receipt

How Much is the UK Visa Fee?

The UK visa fee is 380 USD, including the consulate fee and consultancy fee for a 6-month visa. Additionally, there may be extra fees paid to the intermediary firm VFS for courier, document upload services, premium lounge, coordination fees, etc. The fees you pay to Kolay Seyahat or another consultancy firm are not included in the fees below. 

You can find the visa durations and fees for the most frequently applied UK tourist and multiple-entry visa applications from Turkey in the table below.

What are the Most Preferred Types of UK Visas?

It is possible to encounter options suitable for the uniqueness and purpose of each trip, but one of the most important rules to remember regarding international travel is that individuals must apply for visa types appropriate to their travel purposes. In this regard, we can categorize UK visa types into short-term and long-term. The mentioned short-term and long-term UK visa types are listed in the table below.

Among these visa types, the most frequently preferred are the UK tourist visa, student visa, and family reunion visas. You can examine detailed information about these visa types through the subheadings below.

UK Tourist Visa

The UK tourist visa is additionally evaluated within the standard visitor visa category and has a specific fee that must be submitted to the consulate, depending on the requested visa duration and other additional service fees. Of course, this amount is not separate from other visa fees. In addition, if the person wishing to obtain a tourist visa is under 18 years of age, they must include a consent letter in their file, provided that at least one of their parents is present.

UK Student Visa

As is known, the UK is a country with international success, especially in education. Therefore, the UK student visa is also among the most frequently preferred visa types. To obtain a student visa, the individual is expected to submit the exam result document indicating their English Language Proficiency, in addition to the necessary other documents. Additionally, in some cases, sponsor information must also be included in the file.

UK Family Reunion Visa

The UK family reunion visa is a type of visa that individuals can apply for when they wish to be together with family members living in the UK. However, this visa type generally arises from the desire of individuals who are in the UK under political asylum (refugee) or humanitarian protection situations to later reunite with their families. On the other hand, this visa type is valid for individuals aiming to reunite with spouses, children, or family members living in the UK, and applicants are required to clearly demonstrate that they can meet all conditions such as financial adequacy and suitable accommodation.

How Many Days Does it Take to Get a UK Visa?

The UK visa typically results within an average of 1 month after your application. 

Generally, we can say that the completion of the visa application process takes about 15 business days after the fingerprints are provided. This duration entirely depends on the workload of the UK Consulate. 

For urgent travels, you can get information from our experts about additional services that ensure results within 1 business day or 5 business days.

References

1. Attention of Turkish Citizens Traveling to the United Kingdom - Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Turkey
2. Family visas: apply, extend or switch - GOV.UK
3. Visit the UK as a standard visitor - GOV.UK