UK tourist visa from Dubai for Indian citizens

01 What is a UK Tourist Visa?

The UK tourist visa is one type of UK visa meant for people who want to visit the country for a short period maximum of 6 months, for a vacation, to visit family or friends, or for business purposes.

The process to apply for this visa takes three to four weeks to complete. You will be permitted to enter the country once the visa has been issued.

02 Features of UK Visa

Below are the key features of a UK visa :

• With a UK visa, you can enter Scotland, Wales, England, and Northern Ireland.
• The Standard Visitor visa can be obtained for a stay of either six or 11 months.
• You can pay an additional cost to have a decision regarding your application for a UK visa in India sent to you within one or five business days.
• The Standard Visitor visa for Long Term Visitors can be obtained for two, five, or ten years.
• UK visa is available for permanent residence as well as short duration.

03 Who Can Apply for UK Visa

Indian nationals must apply for a visa to visit or pass through the territory of the United Kingdom. Those wishing to apply for a visa to enter the United Kingdom must be at least 18.

People who are younger than 18 years old are required to apply for a minor visa. Before you leave for the UK, you must purchase travel insurance that will shield you from difficulties you did not anticipate.

04 Types of UK visas from Dubai for Indian Citizens

Below are the types of UK visas to apply for based on the purpose of your travel to the UK :

• Tourist visa - A UK tourist or visitor visa is meant for those who want to travel to the UK for vacation and visit family and friend’s purpose. You can also apply for this visa if traveling to the UK for medical treatments.
• Business Visa - A UK business visa is meant for those traveling to the UK for business or research work purposes
• Transit Visa - UK transit visa is meant for those transiting through the UK to another destination.

05 Eligibility Criteria for a UK Tourist Visa from India

Before applying for a UK visa from Dubai, you should meet below eligibility criteria to be allowed to apply for the visa :

• The applicant must have the intention of leaving the country before the expiration of their visa and must be able to support themselves financially without relying on any public assistance for the duration of their trip.
• The applicant can provide evidence of their activities and that they intend to carry them out within the country's borders, per the exhaustive list of visa rules.
• The applicant must not have been convicted of any crimes.
• The applicant must demonstrate that they are in good health and character.

06 Required Documents to apply for a UK visa from Dubai

Below is a list of documents you must submit when applying for a UK visa from Dubai for Indian citizens.

• Original passport with 2 blank Pages, the passport must be issued less than 10 years, and passport validity must be 6 months from the date of return.
• Submit the original Company No Objection Certification Letter (NOC) with a company stamp stating that the company has no objection to the travel of the employee. It should include your designation, employment starting date, Monthly Bank Statements (6 months Original or stamped by the bank).
• For evidence of assets like property or land, you can submit Property deeds, mortgage statements, tenancy contracts, land registration documents, etc.
• UAE Residence Visa Valid for 3 months from the date of return.
• Any other documentation, such as evidence of any correspondence/TB certificate.
• Confirmed the Return flight ticket.
• Emirates Identity card.
• Marriage certificate.
• Evidence of family members.
• Confirmed Hotel Booking.
• Travel Insurance.

07 How to apply for a UK tourist visa from Dubai for Indian citizens

It is easy to apply for a UK visa from Dubai. Below are the steps to follow. You should note that the UK visa takes 15-21 days to process. Therefore you should apply for the visa at least one month before your travel to the UK.

• Gather all required documents.
• Submit the documents to the Arooha office for checking and preparation.
• Screening and Typing visa application form.
• Appointment with the respective UK embassy for the submission and biometrics.
• Further application processing.
• Visa ready notification.
• Collection of passport and documents.

08 Cost of UK tourist visa from Dubai for Indian citizens

Get in touch with the Arooha team to know the price now of a UK tourist visa from Dubai for Indian citizens, which is inclusive of the consultation fee, application filling fee & consulate fee.