UK Visa From Pakistan

UK Visa Requirements for Pakistani Passport Holders & Citizens

Visa Requirement:
Pakistani passport holders require a visa to enter the UK. The UK is a popular destination for Pakistani visitors, attracting tourists with its rich culture and significant Pakistani community.

If you are planning to visit the UK in 2024—whether for tourism, business, or family visits—this guide outlines the visa requirements, application process, fees, necessary documents, and processing times.

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UK Visa Purposes for Pakistani Citizens

Pakistani citizens can visit the UK for various reasons, including:

• Tourism or visiting family and friends
• Work, academic visits, or business
• Study
• Transit (on your way to another country)
• Joining a partner or family member for a long stay
• Getting married or entering a civil partnership
• Staying with a child in school
• Receiving medical treatment
• Official diplomatic or government business

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UK Standard Visitor Visa

Overview

Pakistani nationals can apply for a UK Standard Visitor Visa for short-term study, tourism, business, and other permissible activities. This visa allows for a stay of up to six months, with the possibility of extension in certain circumstances. You can apply for this visa up to three months before your travel date.

Permissible Activities

Under the UK Standard Visitor Visa, you can:

• Tour the UK
• Meet family or friends
• Volunteer with a registered charity for up to 30 days
• Pass through the UK to another country
• Attend business meetings or interviews
• Attend a paid engagement or professional event
• Participate in a school exchange program
• Take a recreational course lasting up to 30 days
• Sit for an exam or assessment

Prohibited Activities

You cannot:

• Engage in paid or unpaid work for a UK-based company
• Claim public funds
• Reside in the UK long-term via frequent visits
• Register a civil partnership or marry (unless on a marriage visitor visa)

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for a UK Standard Visitor Visa, you must provide:

• A valid passport or travel document
• Evidence of your intention to leave the UK after your visit
• Proof of financial support during your stay
• Evidence of travel and onward journey finances
• Assurance that you won’t stay in the UK for extended durations via frequent visits

Fees

• Standard Visitor Visa: £115 for a six-month stay
• Medical Purposes: £200 for an 11-month stay
• Academic Purposes: £200 for a 12-month stay

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UK Long-Term Standard Visitor Visa

Overview

Pakistani nationals can apply for a long-term Standard Visitor Visa (valid for two, five, or ten years) for frequent travel to the UK. Each visit can last up to six months.

Fees

• 2-Year Visa: £432
• 5-Year Visa: £771
• 10-Year Visa: £963

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UK Short-Term Study Visa

Overview

This visa allows Pakistani citizens to study English language courses for 6 to 11 months. You can stay for an additional 30 days beyond your course duration.

Fees

• Short-Term Study Visa: £200
• Healthcare Surcharge: £776 for access to the National Health Service (NHS)

Prohibited Activities

You cannot:

• Change your course or study another course
• Work or conduct business
• Bring dependants
• Claim public funds or state pensions

Eligibility Requirements

• Must be 16 years or older
• Accepted for an accredited English language course
• Ability to financially support yourself during your stay
• Parental consent required for applicants under 18

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UK Student Visa

Overview

Pakistani residents aged 16 and older can apply for a Student Visa to study in the UK, provided they meet certain criteria.

Fees

• Student Visa Application: £49
• Healthcare Surcharge: Varies by duration of stay

Permissible Activities

You can:

• Bring dependants (partner and children)
• Study
• Work under specific conditions

Prohibited Activities

You cannot:

• Claim public funds
• Be self-employed
• Work in certain jobs
• Study at a state-funded school

Eligibility Requirements

• Acceptance by a licensed student sponsor
• Sufficient financial support
• English language proficiency

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Additional Information

• Application Process: All visa applications are done online. Each applicant must fill out their form and attend a visa application center for biometrics and interviews.
• Processing Time: Most visa applications are processed within three weeks, but additional time may be required for complex cases.
• Financial Requirements: The applicant must demonstrate they can support themselves during their stay without needing public funds.

For further details or specific inquiries, consider contacting the UK Visa and Immigration service or consult their official website.