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    United Kingdom Visa Requirements

    General requirements for applying for a United Kingdom visa. Specific requirements may vary by visa type.

    Available Visa Types

    Skilled Worker visa

    For skilled workers with a job offer from a UK employer

    Medium
    Processing Time
    3-8 weeks
    Application Cost
    GBP £1,420-£2,420

    Key Requirements

    • Job offer from approved sponsor
    • Certificate of Sponsorship
    • English language requirement
    • Minimum salary threshold

    Student visa

    For international students

    Low-Medium
    Processing Time
    3-6 weeks
    Application Cost
    GBP £490

    Key Requirements

    • Offer from licensed student sponsor
    • Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS)
    • English language requirement
    • Financial requirements

    Global Talent visa

    For leaders and potential leaders in specific fields

    High
    Processing Time
    3-8 weeks
    Application Cost
    GBP £716-£1,408

    Key Requirements

    • Endorsement from relevant body
    • Exceptional talent or promise
    • English language requirement

    Start-up visa

    For entrepreneurs with innovative business ideas

    High
    Processing Time
    3-8 weeks
    Application Cost
    GBP £1,277

    Key Requirements

    • Endorsement from approved body
    • Innovative business idea
    • English language requirement