Tourist Visa

The United Kingdom is a country of diversity with a variety of landscapes and rich culture as well as history along with remarkable architecture. For these reasons and more, tourists from all over the world are attracted to the UK. The Tourist Visa of the UK is for the applicants who wish to explore the country without having to prove that they have a family or friends living in the UK.

The applicants to this category, however, will have to prove to the UK Immigration Authorities that they are financially strong enough to accommodate themselves while in the UK without having to resort for work or public fund.

Basic Requirements for Tourist Visa

The applicant must be at least 18 years to be able to qualify for the category of Tourist visa and visit the UK for leisure purposes.
During this stay, the applicant should demonstrate his financial potential to support his stay in the UK as well as finance his onward journey. If need be, the applicant is permitted to seek financial support from family and friends. However, he is not allowed to undertake any employment in the UK.

Entitlements of Tourist Visa

The Tourist visa holders are entitled to visit the United Kingdom for a maximum period of 6 months and permits them to taste and enjoy the lifestyle and culture in the UK. They are also permitted to make multiple entries during this applicable period of 6 months.