United Kingdom Visa Guidelines
Est. processing: 15-20 working days
Embassy Advisory Overview
Professional UK Standard Visitor Visa processing for tourism, family visits, and short business trips.
Advisory Categories
Standard Visitor Visa (2 Years)
Longer-term multiple entry visitor visa.
15-20 working days
- All standard visitor documents
- Previous UK visas and entry stamps
- Detailed travel history evidence
Standard Visitor Visa (6 Months)
For tourism, business meetings, or visiting family.
15-20 working days
- International Passport (valid for 6 months)
- Recent digital passport photograph
- 6 months active bank statements showing sufficient funds
- Letter of employment and recent payslips
- Company registration documents (if self-employed)
- Hotel reservation and flight itinerary
Mandatory Document Checklists
Valid International Passport
Must have at least 6 months validity from the date of travel and 2 blank pages.
Bank Statements
Personal or corporate bank statements for the last 6 months, stamped and signed by the bank.
Proof of Occupation
Employment letter, leave approval letter, pay slips, or business registration certificate.
Embassy Disclaimers
Requires biometrics appointment at TLScontact centers in Lagos (Ikeja/Victoria Island) or Abuja. All documents must be uploaded online before the appointment.
Standard 6-month visa fee is approximately $150 (payable in USD directly on the UKVI website).