UK Visa Tourist

 

UK Visa Tourist

 

To visit Britain for citizens other than from the EU, and other visa exempt countries would require something technically referred as the UK Visitor Visa. The visitor visa is issued for people who want to enter the country for a short period of time. Based on the purposes, these were further classified into several types.

 

Procedure For UK Tourist Visa

The procedure for UK Tourist Visa application is fairly straight forward. However, before starting the application, it is necessary to ensure that you are applying for the right type of permit and that you have all the documents required for the process. The application for the UK Tourist Visa for Indian citizens can be explained as below - 

1. Create an account portal of the UK visa and immigration service, or on Visa4UK. Both are portals by the UK government and can be used for the online application for UK Tourist Visa from India.
2. Fill in your details in the UK Tourist visa application form online. 
3. Proceed to pay the fees for the application. 
4. Book an appointment for the document submission and biometrics at a VAC. 
5. Print out the confirmation mail you receive of the appointment, and carry it with your documents to the appointment. 
6. Submit the documents at the VAC, along with your biometrics.

Criteria for UK Tourist Visa

As per the UK Visa requirements for Indian citizens, you must meet the following criteria to apply for the permit.

• You must hold an Indian passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of travel.
• Your sole purpose must be to take part in tourism-related activities.
• You must have sufficient funds to support your stay in the UK. 
• You must also be able to prove that you have ties in the home country that will ensure that you return back to your home country after the permit expires.