United Kingdom - Permitted paid engagement visa - Service: Visa Requirements
Multiple Entry
1Required Documents
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Completed United Kingdom Visa Application
Download, fully complete, print, and sign one copy of the United Kingdom visa application form.
PLEASE NOTE: the application form is attached as a sample as well.
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Valid Passport
Provide your SIGNED passport. Your passport must be signed on the appropriate line. (For US citizens the line is located on the page following your information page). The passport must be valid with an expiration date greater than six (6) months from the date of entry for the visa you are applying for. Passport must have sufficient blank pages (at least 2 pages) for any visa stamps. These pages must say VISAS at the top of the page.
If your passport does not meet the requirements, we can assist with renewing a US Passport or obtain a new US Passport from us prior to obtaining the visa.
(Important Note: Keep a copy of your passport biographical information page for your records) -
Passport-type photograph
You must provide a passport photo. This passport photo must match the requirements of a standard US passport photo. They must be taken at an official passport photo provider (pharmacy, Costco, post office). You can upload a digitial photo here for us to process.
- Your head must face the camera directly with full face in view.
- You must have a neutral facial expression or a natural smile, with both eyes open.
- Taken in clothing normally worn on a daily basis
- Taken in the last 6 months
- Use a plain white or off-white background
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Biometrics Appontment Confirmation
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Bank Statements
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Unpaid itinerary
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Invitation Letter
An invitation letter issued by a relevant entity or individual in United Kingdom. The invitation should contain:
• Information on the applicant (full name, gender, date of birth, etc.)
• Information on the planned visit (purpose of visit, arrival and departure dates, place(s) to be visited, relations between the applicant and the inviting entity or individual, financial source for expenditures).
• Information on the inviting entity or individual (name, contact telephone number, address, official stamp, signature of the legal representative or the inviting individual);
• The letter should be printed on the inviting organizations letterhead stationery, addressed to "The Consulate of United Kingdom, Visa Section", signed and stamped with the institution/company seal. -
Employment Letter
An original and one copy of a letter from your employer on business letterhead, with contact details, purpose and duration of the trip and that you will be returning to your current job.
If you are self-employed, include a copy of your business license and tax return.
If you are retired please submit proof of your retirement funds.
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UK Visas and Immigration Checklist
2Consular and Service Fees
| # | Detail | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Consulate Fee | $40 |
| 2 | Service Fee | $209.00 |
3Ship Documents
1.) Place the above mentioned documents in a FedEx Letter.
2.) Send the FedEx Letter to us at :
Passports and Visas.com
Attn: Processing
5251 DTC Parkway,
Suite 850
Greenwood Village, Colorado
80111
The expected processing time for this visa application is 21 business days.
Please note that processing times, fees, and requirements are based on government rules and are subject to change without notice.
1Gather Documentation for a United Kingdom Visa
. Completed United Kingdom Visa Application
Download, fully complete, print, and sign one copy of the United Kingdom visa application form.
PLEASE NOTE: the application form is attached as a sample as well.
. Valid Passport
Provide your SIGNED passport. Your passport must be signed on the appropriate line. (For US citizens the line is located on the page following your information page). The passport must be valid with an expiration date greater than six (6) months from the date of entry for the visa you are applying for. Passport must have sufficient blank pages (at least 2 pages) for any visa stamps. These pages must say VISAS at the top of the page.
If your passport does not meet the requirements, we can assist with renewing a US Passport or obtain a new US Passport from us prior to obtaining the visa.
(Important Note: Keep a copy of your passport biographical information page for your records)
. Passport-type photograph
You must provide a passport photo. This passport photo must match the requirements of a standard US passport photo. They must be taken at an official passport photo provider (pharmacy, Costco, post office). You can upload a digitial photo here for us to process.
- Your head must face the camera directly with full face in view.
- You must have a neutral facial expression or a natural smile, with both eyes open.
- Taken in clothing normally worn on a daily basis
- Taken in the last 6 months
- Use a plain white or off-white background
. Biometrics Appontment Confirmation
The biometrics appointment confirmation sheet, bearing the original stamp of the USCIS center. Note: this document is valid for 15 days from the date it is stamped.
. Bank Statements
Bank statements for the past 3 months show evidence of sufficient funds and stamped with the official stamp of the bank. If the statements cannot be stamped then the applicant needs to provide a letter from the bank verifying the authenticity of the statements.
. Unpaid itinerary
A copy of itinerary showing exact dates of travel from airline or travel agent.
. Invitation Letter
An invitation letter issued by a relevant entity or individual in United Kingdom. The invitation should contain:
• Information on the applicant (full name, gender, date of birth, etc.)
• Information on the planned visit (purpose of visit, arrival and departure dates, place(s) to be visited, relations between the applicant and the inviting entity or individual, financial source for expenditures).
• Information on the inviting entity or individual (name, contact telephone number, address, official stamp, signature of the legal representative or the inviting individual);
• The letter should be printed on the inviting organizations letterhead stationery, addressed to "The Consulate of United Kingdom, Visa Section", signed and stamped with the institution/company seal.
. Employment Letter
An original and one copy of a letter from your employer on business letterhead, with contact details, purpose and duration of the trip and that you will be returning to your current job.
If you are self-employed, include a copy of your business license and tax return.
If you are retired please submit proof of your retirement funds.
. UK Visas and Immigration Checklist
Please include United Kingdom Visas and Immigration checklist with your application.
2Consular and Service Fees
2.1 Consular and Service Fees
United Kingdom visa fees are as below :
| # | Detail | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Consulate Fee | $40 |
| 2 | Service Fee | $209.00 |
3Ship your Application to Passports and Visas.com
3.1 Place the above documents in an Overnight Envelope
Enclose the documents from Section 1 (Gather Documents for your United Kingdom Visa) and a print out of your order confirmation in an Overnight Envelope (Fedex, UPS, etc).
3.2 Send the Application Materials to Us
Please Note: If you paid for an inbound shipping service your account manager will contact you to provide a FedEx shipping label via email to send us your completed application.
Send the Overnight Envelope (Fedex, UPS, etc) to us at :
Passports and Visas.com
Attn: Processing
5251 DTC Parkway,
Suite 850
Greenwood Village, Colorado
80111