Visa enquiries
Can my friend or family member in the UK apply for my visa for me?
No, visas for the UK can be issued only at UK visa offices overseas.
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- I wish to study in the UK. Which sort of visa should I apply for?
- Do I need to make an appointment to submit my application?
- Can I apply through an agency or other than to the British Embassy?
- Can I send my application by post?
- How long will it take for my application to be processed?
- Do I have to pay an additional courier charge for my application to be delivered to Bangkok?
- I need to get my visa quickly. Can I apply directly in Bangkok?
- Do you offer a “premium service” to ensure my application is delivered to Bangkok quicker?
- Why do I have to bring original documents, copies and translations?
- Do my copies and translations have to be certified?
- How early can I apply?
- How will I know when to collect the decision on my application/passport?
- If my application is not successful, will the fee be refunded to me?
- If I am refused, how long do I have to wait until I can apply again?
- If I am refused a visa, will I know why and can I appeal against the refusal?
- What is a sponsor?
- Will it help if my sponsor is present at the time I bring in my application?
- What documents should my sponsor send/fax to the Embassy?
- How much money should I prove I have?
- Is it necessary to have a letter from my employer indicating my salary if some or all of my expenses are going to be covered by my sponsor?
- Do I need to show my old passport when I apply?
- Is a transit visa required if I am staying in the United Kingdom for less than twenty-four hours and can I leave the airport?
- If I am applying for a settlement visa, should my sponsor be present at the interview?
- How long will my visit visa be valid for?
- Can you help me find a job in the UK and obtain a work permit?
- Does the visa guarantee my entry to the UK?
- What is the latest date I can arrive in the UK with my visa?
- How long can I stay?
- Can I use the visa to enter the UK more than one time?
- If my travel plans are delayed, can the validity of my visa be changed?
- Do I need to bring any documents with me?
- Do you issue visas for Commonwealth countries?
- Can I extend my stay in the UK?
- Where can I get further information?
