UK Visa Consultancy

United Kingdom

What is UK Visa?

UK visa is operated through a system separate from Schengen after Brexit. Various visa categories are available for tourist, business, education, and work purposes.

UK visa application is made completely online and an appointment at VFS centers is required for biometric data collection. Application results are usually announced within 3-4 weeks.

How can Career in Europe help?

Visiting, studying and working require different UK application routes. Discuss your purpose and prepare the documents and steps for the relevant category.

Prepare for your first consultation

Purpose and length of stay; any invitation, admission or job offer.

Fees and the decision process

The initial assessment is free. Consultancy scope and fees depend on your case; official fees and third-party costs are clarified separately. The competent authority decides visa and residence applications; consultancy does not guarantee approval.

Contact us about scope and fees

Official application resources

Check the current requirements and document list with the responsible official source before applying.

Visa Types

Standard Visitor

Tourism and business visit (up to 6 months)

Student Visa

Long-term education programs

Skilled Worker

Sponsored work visa

Family Visa

Family reunification visa

Standard Visitor Visa

The most common visa type that can be used for the following purposes:

  • Tourism and vacation
  • Family and friend visits
  • Business meetings and conferences
  • Short-term education programs
  • Medical treatment

Priority Services

5Working days - Priority (additional fee)
1Working day - Super Priority (additional fee)

Application Process

1
Online Application

Fill out the application form via Gov.uk.

2
Fee Payment

Pay the visa fee online.

3
Biometric Appointment

Provide fingerprint and photo at VFS center.

4
Result

Visa decision is announced within 3-4 weeks.

Required Documents

Valid Passport
Valid for at least 6 months
Online application form
Filled via Gov.uk
Biometric Data
Fingerprint and photo
Financial Documents
Last 6 months bank account statement
Accommodation Information
Hotel or address information
Travel Plan
Departure-return dates
Work Document
Return-to-work letter or company documents
Invitation
Invitation letter if available

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, since the UK left the Schengen area after Brexit, a separate visa application is required. You cannot enter the UK with Schengen visa; you need to obtain a UK visa.
You can stay in the UK for up to 6 months with Standard Visitor visa. During this time, you can participate in tourism, family visits, business meetings, or short-term education programs.
Standard applications are usually completed within 3-4 weeks. Priority (5 working days) or Super Priority (1 working day) services are available for additional fee.
Yes, it is mandatory to provide fingerprint and digital photo at VFS centers for UK visa application. You need to schedule a biometric appointment after online application.
For Skilled Worker visa, you need to receive a job offer from a licensed employer in the UK. The employer must have a sponsor license and provide you with Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS).