Tourism
For tourism, sightseeing, and leisure visits to the UK for up to 6 months per trip.
Validity
- Up to 6 months per visit
- Long‑term multiple‑entry options (2, 5, 10 years)
At a glance
- Tourism and leisure only
- No work permitted
About the visa
This route lets visitors come to the UK for tourism and leisure, including sightseeing and visiting attractions. It sits under the Standard Visitor rules and does not permit work.
Eligibility & permitted activities
You must be a genuine visitor who will leave at the end of the trip, have funds and accommodation, and only do permitted visitor activities such as tourism and seeing friends/family.
What you can / cannot do
You can sightsee and take part in leisure activities. You cannot work, access public funds, or stay long‑term by frequent successive visits.
Process
Apply online, provide biometrics, and submit evidence of travel purpose, funds, and ties to your home country.
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