🇬🇧 UK Tourist Visa
Those planning to travel to the UK for tourist purposes must apply for a Standard Visitor Visa.
This visa type covers vacation, tourist trips, family/friend visits, short-term meetings, short educational programs, or event participation.
📝 Required Documents
- Passport
- Online Visa Application Form
- Biometric Photo
- Documents Showing Financial Status (account statement, salary slip, etc.)
- Travel Plan (flight-accommodation reservations, event information)
- Employment / Education Status Documents (Social Security, student certificate, leave letters, etc.)
- Additional documents showing family and ties
- Invitation letter (if available)
Note: UK visa application is made completely online and fingerprint biometrics are given at the appointment.
🚀 Application Process
- Filling Out Online Application Form: Travel purpose, personal information, and financial situation are declared.
- Fee Payment: Visa fee is paid online.
- Creating Appointment: Suitable date is selected from TLS Contact application centers.
- Document Preparation: All documents such as income, employment, ties, and travel plan are organized.
- Biometrics Process: Fingerprints + photo are given on the appointment day.
- Evaluation Process: The consulate reviews the application based on documents.
💵 Fees and Duration
- Visa Fee: 100 GBP (6 months – standard tourist visa)
- Processing Time: Average 3–6 weeks. Can be longer during busy periods.
- Validity Period:
- 6 months standard
- 2 years multiple entry
- 5 years multiple entry
- 10 years multiple entry (upon request)
⚠ Important Notes
- UK visa is non-interview, but consistency of documents is very important.
- Employment, family, and economic ties showing your return intention must be strong.
- Every piece of information must be realistic, consistent, and documentable.
- The UK is one of the countries that examines documents in detail; even a small inconsistency can be a reason for rejection.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
1- What documents are required for UK tourist visa?
Passport, application form, financial status documents, employment/student documents, travel plan, and invitation letter if available.
2- Is there an interview for UK visa?
No, the process is usually non-interview. Evaluation is made based on documents.
3- How long does visa finalization take?
Standard evaluation takes 3–6 weeks. Express service can finalize in around 1 week with additional fee.
🏢 E&O Global – Professional Visa Consulting
As E&O Global, we professionally manage all steps in your UK tourist visa application process:
- Complete filling of online application form
- Preparation of documents according to consulate standards
- Appointment planning and document upload processes
- Correct guidance and check at every step
We provide comprehensive consulting services so you can realize your trip safely, quickly, and smoothly.