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India to United Kingdom: Visa Requirements

India passport holders require a visa to enter United Kingdom. The visa must be obtained in advance by applying at the United Kingdom embassy or consulate in your country of residence. Prepare supporting documents including bank statements, a return ticket, and accommodation proof. The primary international gateway is Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London.

Local currency: GBP (British Pound) · Official language: English · Timezone: UTC+0

Duration

Varies

Type

Visa Required

Visa Fee

£115 (Standard Visitor)

Currency

GBP (British Pound)

Language

English

Getting to United Kingdom

LHRMain

London

LGWMain

London

MAN

Manchester

EDI

Edinburgh

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Entry Checklist — United Kingdom

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Your India Passport

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On Arrival
50
e-Visa
93
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Frequently Asked Questions

Official Source

Verify requirements directly with United Kingdom's government website.

Visit official visa portal

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e-Visa
🇩🇪
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Required
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Required
🇫🇷
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Required
🇮🇹
Italy
Required
🇯🇵
Japan
e-Visa
🇺🇸
United States
Required

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Australia
e-Visa
🇨🇦
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e-Visa
🇩🇪
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Free
🇫🇷
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Free
🇯🇵
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e-Visa
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Singapore
e-Visa
🇺🇸
United States
e-Visa

Entry Checklist — United Kingdom

Before You Apply

  • Determine the specific type of UK visa you need based on your planned activities and length of stay. Most tourists will apply for a Standard Visitor visa.
  • Check if you need to take a tuberculosis test. You usually need to do this if you've been living in India for more than 6 months.optional

Application Process

  • Apply online for the Standard Visitor visa via the GOV.UK website.
  • Schedule an appointment at a UK Visa Application Centre in India operated by VFS Global.

Documents Needed

  • Valid Indian passport.
  • Visa application form.
  • Passport-sized photograph.
  • Proof of funds.
  • Travel itinerary.
  • Letter of invitation (if applicable).optional
  • Proof of employment or studies.
  • Tuberculosis test results (if required).optional
  • Copies of previous visas (if applicable).optional
  • Marriage certificate (if applicable).optional

Fees & Payment

  • Pay the visa application fee online.

At the Visa Application Centre

  • Attend your appointment at the VFS Global UK Visa Application Centre.

After Applying

  • Track your application status online.optional
  • Processing times vary.optional

At the Border

  • Present your passport and visa to the immigration officer.
  • Be prepared to answer questions about your purpose of visit, intended length of stay, and financial situation.
  • Have copies of your supporting documents available.optional

Verify at

  • Check if you need to take a tuberculosis test. You usually n…
  • Apply online for the Standard Visitor visa via the GOV.UK we…
  • Schedule an appointment at a UK Visa Application Centre in I…
  • Pay the visa application fee online.
  • Processing times vary.

Updated Mar 3, 2026