Getting to Know the UK Tourist Visa:
If you are into traveling and tourism, it’s hard not to have thought about the land of firsts.
Currently, the UK is completely independent from Europe and is not a member of the Schengen Area, meaning you need to apply for a separate visa to travel to the UK.
We can say that the UK tourist visa process is one of the toughest for Iranians, and to obtain this visa, you must provide strong and acceptable documents to prove your return to your home country.
With a UK tourist visa, you are allowed to enter England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, and Wales.
You can trust UKS experts to take care of all the steps in obtaining your UK visa with peace of mind.
In the following, we will explain all the details, conditions, and steps for obtaining a UK tourist visa.
Conditions for Obtaining the UK Tourist Visa:
The UK tourist visa is issued for a period of 6 months or 1 year. It is issued for specific purposes, and the applicant must be able to clearly explain the reasons for their travel to the UK to the immigration officer. This visa is issued for tourism purposes, visiting family, or other short-term travel to the UK. It is considered a short-term visa, and the UK tourist visa does not allow the holder to work or study in the country. To obtain this visa, you must meet the following requirements:
Financial Requirements for the UK Tourist Visa:
Having sufficient financial resources is one of the most important requirements for obtaining a UK tourist visa. The minimum required financial means range from 250 to 300 million IRR per person. Additionally, applicants must submit their bank account statements for 3 to 6 months. The transaction details of the applicant must be clearly visible in the statement. Both the Tehran and Istanbul embassies have high sensitivity toward the bank account history and its details. The source of funds entering and leaving the account must be fully transparent and documented.
Employment Documents:
Having a clear job with insurance and a work history can be another indicator of the applicant’s financial capacity.
For business owners:
Official company registration
Official company changes
Employment certificate with job title and responsibilities
Start date and leave approval from the company (all documents must be on official letterhead with a company stamp)
For employees of private companies:
Employment certificate and salary statement
Type of leave during travel (paid or unpaid)
Social insurance records
Salary slips
For government employees:
Employment order
Salary slip
For self-employed individuals or business owners:
Business license
Trading card
For doctors:
Medical license
Medical association card
For engineers:
Construction certificate
Employment contracts
Completion certificate
For lawyers:
Law license
Lawyer’s card
If your income comes from various sources such as rent, dividends, or bank deposits, you will need to provide necessary documents and certificates to the embassy.
Travel History (Travel History):
In addition to bank documents, your travel history is highly important for a UK tourist visa. If you have obtained credible visas such as Schengen, Canada, the USA, or other visas that are relatively hard to obtain, you will have a higher chance of getting the UK visa. The more recent your visas (within the past 2 years), the more credibility they have.
For further details on accepted visas, you can contact UKS experts.
Invitation Letter for the UK:
If you have an invitation letter from a relative or acquaintance residing in the UK, you will have a better chance of obtaining a visa. However, if you do not have an invitation letter, we can facilitate the process by providing business invitation letters from the UK. For more information about business invitation letters, please contact our experts.
Step 1:
Plan your trip and contact UKS Visa.
Step 2:
Based on your travel plan, our experts will enter your details into the TLS portal (official UK embassy representative in Turkey).
Step 3:
Given the time-consuming nature of this visa, it’s better to apply two months in advance. However, the UK embassy offers faster options for an additional fee. For example, by paying an extra 1500 USD, you can receive your visa in one day. This option is not recommended for first-time applicants.
Step 4:
Based on your travel plans, UKS will schedule an appointment for fingerprinting and document submission.
Step 5:
At this stage, our experts will complete the embassy form based on the information you provided. Be sure to provide honest and accurate information during consultation to avoid any issues during your visa process.
Step 6:
Now it’s time to collect the documents, and our experts will assist you in this process.
Step 7:
It’s time to visit the fingerprinting location and submit the documents. Our experts will accompany you to the TLS office and resolve any potential issues.
Step 8:
Please note that all fees are paid through UKS according to our company’s contract, and there is no need for you to pay any extra charges. Remember, one of the strengths of your visa application is that it is handled by an official agency associated with the embassy’s service provider.
Final Step:
Perhaps the hardest part of the visa process is the wait for your visa approval. But with UKS, you don’t need to worry. Contact our experts now to schedule an appointment and begin the process of obtaining your UK visa!
