Standard Visitor Visa

Visit the UK for tourism, family visits or business activities — expert application support.

What is the Standard Visitor Visa?

The Standard Visitor Visa allows you to come to the UK for tourism, to visit family or friends, or to conduct permitted business activities for up to 6 months.

A strong application requires clear evidence of your genuine purpose of visit, sufficient finances and firm ties to your home country showing your intention to return. Wizeadvice helps you build a compelling, well-evidenced application.

Eligibility Requirements

  • A clear and genuine purpose for visiting the UK
  • Evidence that you will leave the UK at the end of your permitted stay
  • Sufficient funds to cover your stay without working in the UK
  • A valid travel document
  • No previous history of visa breaches, overstaying or deception

Required Documents

Valid passport
Biometric information
Bank statements (last 3 months)
Payslips / employment letter
Letter explaining your visit
Invitation letter (for family visits)
Return flight booking or evidence of onward travel
Accommodation confirmation

Application Process

1

Pre-Application Assessment

We assess your application's strengths and identify any risk factors before submitting.

2

Cover Letter Preparation

We draft a clear, persuasive cover letter setting out your purpose of visit.

3

Online Application

We complete your UKVI Visitor Visa application.

4

Biometric Appointment

We help you book and prepare for your Visa Application Centre appointment.

5

Decision

We monitor your application and advise you on next steps after a decision is made.

Frequently Asked Questions

A standard visit is granted for up to 6 months. Multi-entry visas valid for 2 or 10 years are also available, though each visit is still limited to 6 months.

Free Consultation

Get expert advice on your Standard Visitor Visa application at no charge.

Response within 24 hours
OISC Regulated Advisor
Multilingual support available