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UK Visa Requirements for Indians

Many people from around the world want to visit UK for various purposes. The country also attracts a lot of business people. Indians who wish to visit UK for tourism or trade purposes can easily avail a UK Visa online in India. India is one of the many countries for which UK Visa is available.

UK Visa required Documents for Indians

Tourist/Family/Friend

  • Original Passport of the applicant with at least two blank pages, valid for at least three months after the duration of the anticipated stay and issued in the last ten (10) years. Old passports if any.
  • Hotel reservations or similar proof of accommodation for entire duration of stay. If any
  • Certificate from the travel agency confirming booking of an organized trip or any other appropriate document indicating the travel plans. If any.
  • Day to Day Itinerary specifying entry and exit dates.
  • Covering letter mentioning details of application, purpose of visit, travel details, who will bear expenses, and profession details. (If self-employed require on company letterhead).
  • If Self Employed: Company registration proof/ Shop Act/ Partnership deed/MOA.
  • If Employed: Salary slips for last 6-months + Leave approval letter + Salary account statements for last 6 months showing salary credited.
  • Any other Financial documents: FD, Shares, Mutual Funds, PPF.
  • Children under 18 years old, not travelling with both parents:
  • 1) written consent letter of the other, non-travelling parent or legal guardian, certified by public notary.
  • Children under 18 years old, travelling alone :
  • 2)written consent letter of both parents or legal guardian, certified by public notary
  • If Freelancer: Contract copy / Invoices / Visiting Card.
  • If Agriculturist: 7/12 translated in English
  • If Student: School/College ID Card / Bonafide Letter + Leave approval
  • If Retired: Retirement proof / Pension Order/Pension Slips
  • Adhaar / Pan card copy
  • ITR last three (3) years (only ITR-V, Indian Income Tax Return Verification Form or Acknowledgement is accepted)
  • Original personal bank statements for last 6 months with bank seal & sign. In all cases: copies of the passports of both parents (legal guardian) or PAN cards or driving license.

Documents from Family/Friend in UK

  • Invitation letter from the host in UK
  • 1) with full details of the inviter; full name, address, Email-ID and telephone number.
  • 2)The invitation letter has to be in original or a clear copy, dated and signed, mentioning names of all the invitees,the duration of stay, the relationship and the purpose of the invitation
  • Relationship proof documents: for example copies of letters, emails, photographs together, birth certificates and marriage certificates etc.)
  • Passport copy off Host
  • If not UK citizen Visa/Resident permit copy.
  • If Host is paying for your support in UK than 03 months’ pay slips and 3 months bank statements.
  • Accommodation proof while in UK.

UK Business Visa

  • Original Passport of the applicant with at least two blank pages, valid for at least three months after the duration of the anticipated stay and issued in the last ten (10) years. Old passports if any
  • Pan Card / Adhaar card copy
  • Hotel reservations or similar proof of accommodation for entire duration of stay in UK. If any.
  • Introduction letter from the Indian company:
  • 1) On a business letterhead
  • 2) Original, signed & stamped by HR or directorate mentioning your position, duration of your service, the dates and purpose of the trip and if your expenses are being covered by the employer/company
  • Invitation letter from the business partner in UK:
  • 1)With full details of the inviter: full name, address, and Email-ID and telephone number
  • 2) Original or copy, signed & stamped, mentioning the invitee details, the dates and purpose of the trip with detailed schedule of the business meetings or trainings (day to day schedule)
  • ITR: Income Tax Acknowledgement / ITR-V from the last three (3) years (only ITR-V, Indian Income Tax Return Verification Form or Acknowledgement is accepted)
  • Original personal bank statements for last 6 months with bank seal & sign.
  • For conferences or training, confirmation of the applicant’s enrolment and, if applicable, proof of payment of the enrolment fees.
  • If Self Employed: Company registration proof/ Shop Act/ Partnership deed/MOA.
  • If Employed: Salary slips for last 6-months + Salary account statements for last 6 months showing salary credited.
  • If Freelancer: Contract copy / Invoices / Visiting Card.
  • ITR: Income Tax Acknowledgement / ITR-V from the last three (3) years (only ITR-V, Indian Income Tax Return Verification Form or Acknowledgement is accepted)
  • Original personal bank statements for last 6 months with bank seal & sign.