UK Visa Fees (2026)
The United Kingdom operates a range of visa categories covering visits, work, study, family reunification, and settlement. The tables below detail the Home Office application fees effective from 8 April 2026, as published by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). Fees are payable in British Pounds (GBP). Refund rules depend on the application stage, whether biometrics or evidence have been submitted, and the reason for cancellation or refund.
Source: GOV.UK Home Office immigration and nationality fees, effective from 8 April 2026.
UK Standard Visitor Visa Fees (2026)
The UK Standard Visitor Visa allows travel to the UK for tourism, business, family visits, or private medical treatment. Each stay is limited to 6 months unless otherwise stated.
Visitor Visa Type
Fee from 8 April 2026
Notes
Standard Visitor Visa: up to 6 months
£135
Stay limited to 6 months
Standard Visitor Visa: long-term, up to 2 years
£506
Multiple entries; 6 months per visit
Standard Visitor Visa: long-term, up to 5 years
£903
Multiple entries; 6 months per visit
Standard Visitor Visa: long-term, up to 10 years
£1,128
Multiple entries; 6 months per visit
Visiting academic: more than 6 months but no more than 12 months
£234
Eligible academics only
Private medical treatment: more than 6 months but not more than 11 months
£234
Requires UK medical evidence
Transit Visas and Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA)
Travellers transiting through the UK may require a Direct Airside Transit Visa (DATV) or an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) depending on nationality and travel route. ETAs are valid for 2 years or until passport expiry.
Product
Fee from 8 April 2026
When it Applies
Direct Airside Transit Visa (DATV)
£41.50
For certain nationals transiting airside
Visitor in Transit (landside)
£74.50
Passing through border control
Joining ship or aircraft as crew
£74.50
For aircrew and seafarers joining a vessel or aircraft
Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA)
£20
For eligible non-visa nationals; valid for 2 years or until passport expiry
Study Application Fees (Outside the UK)
Study routes allow international students to pursue education in the UK. Applicants must hold a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) from a licensed sponsor and meet financial and English language requirements.
Route
Fee from 8 April 2026
Student: main applicant and dependants
£558
Child Student
£558
Short-term English Study: more than 6 months but not more than 11 months
£228
Work and Skilled Routes (Outside the UK)
The UK offers multiple employment-based visas, from short-term placements to permanent work routes. Fees vary by job category and sponsorship type.
Work Visa Type
Fee from 8 April 2026
Notes
Skilled Worker Visa: up to 3 years
£819
Main route for sponsored employment
Skilled Worker Visa: over 3 years
£1,618
For longer-term sponsorships
Health and Care Worker Visa: up to 3 years
£324
Discounted fee; IHS exemption applies to eligible Health and Care Worker applications
Health and Care Worker Visa: over 3 years
£628
Discounted fee; IHS exemption applies to eligible Health and Care Worker applications
Seasonal Worker Visa
£340
Up to 6 months, agricultural sector
Graduate Route
£937
Post-study work permission; this route is applied for from inside the UK
Family and Settlement Visa Fees
Applicants joining family members in the UK under the Family Route or applying for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) pay the following fees:
Visa Type
Fee from 8 April 2026
Route to Settlement, including eligible spouse or partner applications made outside the UK
£2,064
Family route / leave to remain application inside the UK
£1,407
Route to Settlement, including eligible parent or dependant child applications made outside the UK
£2,064
Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR)
£3,226
Naturalisation (British citizenship)
£1,709
Optional Priority Services (Outside the UK)
Applicants can select optional priority processing, where available, to receive faster decisions. Availability varies by visa route, application location and how the applicant proves their identity.
Service
Fee
Typical Outcome
Priority Visa, Settlement
£500
Decision in approximately 30 working days
Priority Visa, Non-Settlement
£500
Decision in approximately 5 working days
Super Priority Visa
£1,000
Decision usually by the end of the next working day, or 2 working days if the appointment or document upload is at the weekend or on a bank holiday
Paying Fees and Refunds
Visa fees are paid online during application submission. Refund rules depend on the application stage, whether biometrics or evidence have been submitted, and whether the applicant is cancelling the application or requesting a refund.
- All payments are processed in GBP; conversion and card issuer charges may apply.
- Fees are not usually refundable once biometrics have been submitted, unless a refund is available under the applicable cancellation or refund rules.
- Refunds for priority services are not usually available simply because a decision takes longer. Refunds depend on the priority service refund rules and the reason for the delay.
Explore UK Visa Types
Use the table below to explore key UK visa categories and linked overviews:
Standard Visitor Visa
Business Visa
Transit Visa
Study Visa
Child Student Visa
Skilled Worker Visa
Health & Care Worker Visa
Seasonal Worker Visa
Graduate Visa
Spouse Visa
Parent Visa
Family Visa
Settlement (ILR)
Refugee & Humanitarian Protection
About This Page
Author: Michael Gibbons, UK Solicitor and Regulated Immigration Advisor
Reviewed by: UK Visa Applications Editorial Team
Last Updated: 18 March 2026.