How To Obtain The Standard Visitor Visa And Spend Christmas In The UK 2022
Host Country
UNITED KINGDOM
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ANYTIME
Target audience
INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS
Program Overview
Every year in December, the number of applications for a UK Standard Visitor visa increases as families wish to reunite and spend the festive Christmas period together in the UK. If you wish to spend Christmas in the UK with your family it is advised that you submit an application for a Standard Visitor visa to the UK Visas and Immigration department of the Home office in good time so as to avoid disappointment. Visa processing times at this time of the year can be extremely long due to the large backlog of applications. It is imperative you submit a well-prepared application because if your application is refused it will not attract a statutory right of appeal.
To get you well prepared, we have prepared this article so that you stand guided. Please read it to the end.
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What is the Standard Visitor visa?
The Standard Visitor visa allows applicants to enter the UK for leisure or business purposes or any other activity as long as it within the permitted activities. The Standard Visitor visa has replaced all the former categories of visiting such as the family visit visa, general visitor visa and child visitor visa. All applications must now be made under the Standard Visitor visa rules.
You should consider this application if it is your intention to visit the UK for a short period for a specific reason such as spending Christmas with family. If your application for a Standard Visitor visa is granted you will be given a visa for 6 months. Note also that, in some circumstances, it is possible to apply for a multiple entry Visitor visas which will give you a visa for either 2, 5 or 10 years. In that regard, can frequently visit the UK as long as no single visit exceeds 6 months.
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Requirements for a Standard Visitor Visa?
As a visa applicant, you must be able to show that you are a genuine visitor. You must also show a clear intention to return to your home country. The Home Office will assess your credibility and intention to visit the UK. Therefore you must submit an easy to follow and transparent application explaining why you wish to visit the UK and what activities you will take part in.
To meet the requirements of UK Standard Visitor Visa:
- Applicants must be at least 18 years old.
- Applicants must plan to visit the UK for a maximum of 6 months and leave at the end of that period; and
- Applicants must be able to show that you have enough money to support your stay in the UK and be able to accommodate yourself.
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You may also check this list of requirements: Standard Visitor visa mandatory documents.
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What you can and cannot do on the UK Standard Visitor Visa
Let’s suppose your visa application is successful and you are now set for the UK. It is important that you stay aware of your limitations as a visitor to the UK on the Standard Visitor visa. If you are granted a Standard Visitor visa you can take part in any activities listed under the visitor visa rules but it is important that the activity is directly linked with the reason for visit provided in the entry clearance application.
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Key limitations are that,
- You cannot participate in any paid or unpaid work or stay in the UK for more than 6 months. You cannot access public funds or any benefits and you cannot apply to marry.
- You cannot switch into another visa from while within the UK. Any visa change will require that you exit the UK and make the application from your home country.
After all is said and done, note that preparation is the key to a successful Standard Visitor visa application. Where you come short in terms of the application process, it is advised that you find experienced visa solicitors to guide you through the complex immigration rules and requirements.
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