 |
 |
We specialize in services to expedite a UK travel visa application.
Visa to the UK for non-US citizens.
It’s important to note that the United Kingdom is not part of the Schengen Agreement, so non-US citizens planning to visit the UK must obtain a national British visa.
An exception is made for transit through the UK. If certain conditions are met, transit can be done without a visa:
1. The stay should be at most 24 hours.
2. Travelers should refrain from undergoing customs control.
3. It is necessary to stay within the international transit zone.
Choosing the correct type of visa is crucial, as it should correspond to the purpose and duration of your visit to the UK. Non-compliance can result in a visa denial.
There are two main types of visas based on their validity:
1. Short-term visas, allowing a stay in the UK for up to 6 months.
2. Long-term visas, issued for 2, 5, or 10 years.
It’s important to note that the consular fee is non-refundable in case of visa denial. The consulate may issue a shorter-term visa even if the applicant applied for a long-term one, and the price difference is not refunded.
To increase the chances of obtaining a long-term visa to England, it is essential to convincingly justify the need for such a visa to the consular service of the British Embassy. Long-term visas are typically granted to active travelers, businesspeople, and individuals visiting relatives or attending educational institutions.
When applying for a visa valid for more than six months, every applicant, including children, is required to undergo tuberculosis testing, and the test results should be submitted along with the application.
List of required documents for obtaining a visa to the UK
The list of mandatory documents for applying for a tourist visa to the United Kingdom includes:
1. A valid international passport with at least 1 blank page.
2. Previous international passports from the last 10 years.
3. Two color photographs sized 3.5 by 4.5 cm on a white background.
4. A letter from your employer on official letterhead with a signature and stamp.
5. A bank statement confirming your financial means.
6. Bank statements showing financial transactions from the past 3 months or more.
7. Hotel reservation or an invitation from a host.
To obtain a UK visa, Russians are required to make copies and translations of all documents into English. Translations should include the full name of the translator, their signature, contact information, and the date.
It’s not necessary to use the services of a certified notary for document translation; you can do it yourself. The essential thing is to ensure that the information in the translated documents matches the information in the originals.
If you suspect that your visa application to the UK might be rejected, you can provide additional documents to the consulate to improve your chances:
– Letter from your employer.
– Marriage and birth certificates of children.
– Ownership documents for real estate and a vehicle.
To prove your financial status in the absence of a regular income, you can provide evidence of other sources of income, such as a lease agreement for real estate, a freelance contract, or a sponsorship letter from relatives with proof of their relationship and an income statement from the sponsor.
UK VISA FEE SCHEDULE:
| BRAZILIAN VISA – Non US Citizens | ||
| Processing Time | Visa Fees | |
| 10 business days | $300 | |
Tourist, travel, business, fiancé, embassy visa application expedite process support.
Service fee – $750
Apply for a UK visa in the USA
QUESTIONS?
Email us at info@dokumentusa.com or call us at (323) 650-2233.