United Kingdom Visa · Requirements
United Kingdom visa requirements
Everything you need for a United Kingdom e-visa — the full document checklist, who needs what, and how Visank gets you approved. Free dummy flight & hotel reservations included; a dedicated agent reviews every document before submission.
Processing
15 business days
Total cost
₹22,597
If rejected
100% service-fee refund
Document checklist
- Passport front page (photo or scan — we auto-extract your details)
- Last 6 months bank statements (₹2 lakh+ average balance recommended)
- Income Tax Returns for the last 3 years
- Aadhar card
- Employment proof — NOC/leave letter if salaried, business details if self-employed
- Travel insurance (we can arrange this)
- Biometrics at VFS (fingerprints + photograph, at your appointment)
Other United Kingdom visa types
- • Long-term Visitor — 2 years — Government fee: ₹67,831 (Home Office).
- • Long-term Visitor — 5 years — Government fee: ₹121,051 (Home Office).
- • Long-term Visitor — 10 years — Government fee: ₹151,213 (Home Office).
United Kingdom visa — frequently asked
What documents are required for a United Kingdom visa?
For a United Kingdom e-visa, you'll typically need: Passport front page (photo or scan — we auto-extract your details); Last 6 months bank statements (₹2 lakh+ average balance recommended); Income Tax Returns for the last 3 years; Aadhar card; Employment proof — NOC/leave letter if salaried, business details if self-employed; Travel insurance (we can arrange this). Visank reviews every document against the latest embassy checklist before submission, so nothing gets rejected on a technicality.
How much bank balance is needed for a United Kingdom visa?
There is no official fixed amount, but a healthy, stable balance across your last 6 months' statements is strongly recommended for a United Kingdom e-visa. Visank advises on the ideal figure for your specific trip and drafts a supporting cover letter.
Do I need travel insurance for a United Kingdom visa?
Travel insurance is required for most United Kingdom applications. Visank can arrange a compliant policy that meets the embassy's minimum coverage, so you don't have to source it yourself.
Do I need to book flights and hotels before applying for a United Kingdom visa?
No — never book real tickets before approval. Visank provides free, embassy-accepted dummy flight and hotel reservations for your United Kingdom application. You only book real travel once the visa is granted.
Is biometrics required for a United Kingdom visa?
Yes, biometrics (fingerprints and a photograph) are captured at your VFS/visa-centre appointment. Visank books the earliest available slot for you and prepares your full file beforehand.
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Fees, requirements and processing times are set by the United Kingdom authorities. Always confirm the latest details on the official sites below before you travel.