United Kingdom Visa

Are you looking for a Visa to United Kingdom? At Ambassador Passport and Visa Services, we can expedite your travel visa in as little as 24 hours or even the same day, depending on the country. We have step-by-step, easy to follow instructions to get your visa to United Kingdom very quickly and for a reasonable rate. No one can get your United Kingdom Visa to you faster. If you have any questions regarding expediting your United Kingdom Visa, please contact our expert consultants at Ambassador Passport and Visa Services to rush your Visa to United Kingdom today

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United Kingdom Notes

• U.S. citizens do not need a visa for tourist or business travel to this country for a stay up to 6 months
• A valid U.S. Passport is required

To apply for a Work Visa, Marriage or Settlement Visa to The United Kingdom, please contact one of our expert consultants regarding the requirements at 310-828-7878.

To apply for a Student Visa to The United Kingdom, please review the requirements in the below Tourist Visa section and contact us at 310-828-7878 if you have any questions or comments.

 

United Kingdom Tourist Visa

• For US Citizens, no visa is required for a stay up to six months.  For specific cases that a US citizens may require a tourist visa, please contact us at 310-828-7878
• U.S. Passport must be valid 6 months beyond intended stay
• Tickets and Documents for return or onward travel
• No vaccination is required

Requirements for Non-U.S. Citizens to Obtain Tourist Visa to Enter UK

All UK Visa applicants should initially complete the Online UK Visa application form and pay the visa fees online, then print and sign the application. While filling the online UK visa application, applicants will be advised of their closest Biometrics Center to visit and have their fingerprint taken. The applicant will be given a receipt upon completion of the Biometrics process. Subsequently, they should send the completed and signed Visa application form, the Biometrics receipt, along with the following documents to Ambassador Passport and Visa Services:

• Submit your valid passport, passport must have 6 months remaining validity
• 1 Fully Completed Visa Application Form

Very Important: When starting your online visa application, select language, category of visa, country (USA), and then YOU MUST SELECT  THE CHOICE:
"I have identified the location where I will provide my biometrics (or I am unable to provide my biometrics at any location)."  AND NOT ANY OF THE VFS OR VAC CENTERS.  

Please also note, only the consular fees should be paid using the VFS website. When paying the consular fees initially, please choose "standard service at US Homeland Security Offices.  Later on, when choosing the biometric appointment at one of the US Homeland Security Offices, please choose "Premium Processing for Expedited Service".  You should NOT choose any of the VFS Premium Processing Centers, nor pay for "courier services", "scanning options" or any additional services.  Additionally, upon completion, the documents and requirements SHOULD NOT BE SHIPPED directly to the UK consulate or VFS Centers.  They should be sent to our office directly. 

If above instructions are not followed properly, this may result in your inability to secure a biometric location, as well as signficant delays beyond our control and ability to assist you any further.

Click Here For the Online UK Visa Application Form

• 1 Passport photograph
• Evidence of legal residence in U.S.A. ie: valid multiple entry visa with a clear copy of I-94 attached, copy of alien registration card / Green Card, copy of I-512 Advance Parole Document, Valid I-20 (must be signed on reverse by designated school official) Copy of return/onward airline tickets or itinerary.
• Hotel Confirmation or letter from your host / sponsor in the UK. The letter from your host or sponsor must state he / she will provide room and board support for you during your visit, Host or sponsor must provide proof of legal status in the UK (e.g. British Passport, Work Permit, Student Visa).
• Evidence of funds available for your visit. Three months of most bank statements is required.
• Copy of round trip flight itinerary (not required, but recommended).
• Employment Letter. A letter from employer which includes length of employment, salary, and vacation dates. If self-employed, a copy of business license is required.

• Completed Ambassador Passport and Visa Cover Letter

UK Student Visa

All UK Visa applicants should initially complete the Online UK Visa application form and pay the visa fees online, then print and sign the application. While filling the online UK visa application, applicants will be advised of their closest Biometrics Center to visit and have their fingerprint taken. The applicant will be given a receipt upon completion of the Biometrics process. Subsequently, they should send the completed and signed Visa application form, the Biometrics receipt, along with the following documents to Ambassador Passport and Visa Services:

• Submit your valid passport, passport must have 6 months remaining validity
• 1 Fully Completed Visa Application FormVery Important: When starting your online visa application, select language, category of visa, country (USA), and then YOU MUST SELECT  THE CHOICE:
"I have identified the location where I will provide my biometrics (or I am unable to provide my biometrics at any location)."  AND NOT ANY OF THE VFS OR VAC CENTERS.  

Please also note, only the consular fees should be paid using the VFS website. When paying the consular fees initially, please choose "standard service at US Homeland Security Offices.  Later on, when choosing the biometric appointment at one of the US Homeland Security Offices, please choose "Premium Processing for Expedited Service".  You should NOT choose any of the VFS Premium Processing Centers, nor pay for "courier services", "scanning options" or any additional services.  Additionally, upon completion, the documents and requirements SHOULD NOT BE SHIPPED directly to the UK consulate or VFS Centers.  They should be sent to our office directly. 

If above instructions are not followed properly, this may result in your inability to secure a biometric location, as well as signficant delays beyond our control and ability to assist you any further.

Click Here For the Online UK Visa Application Form

• 1 Passport photograph
• The CAS Letter (Confirmation of acceptance for studies) from the school in U.K.
• Most recent bank statement or a letter from the bank showing proof of sufficient funds for tuition and maintenance.  If the bank statements are under a parent's name, copy of parent's passport, copy of student's birth certificate, as well as a letter indicating the parents support and commitment to cover all expenses is required.
• If applicant has student loans, copy of loan documents or grant is required.
• Proof of IHS (Immigration Health Surcharge) is required.  This has to be paid online when completing the visa application form.
• For non US Citizens, evidence of legal residence in U.S.A. ie: valid multiple entry visa with a clear copy of I-94 attached, copy of alien registration card / Green Card,  Valid I-20 (must be signed on reverse by designated school official)

• Completed Ambassador Passport and Visa Cover Letter

United Kingdom Business Visa

• For US Citizens, no visa is required for a stay up to six months.  For specific cases that a US citizens may require a business visa, please contact us at 310-828-7878
• U.S. Passport must be valid 6 months beyond intended stay
• Tickets and Documents for return or onward travel • No vaccination is required

Requirements for Non-U.S. Citizens to Obtain Business Visa to Enter UK

All UK Visa applicants should initially complete the Online UK Visa application form and pay the visa fees online, then print and sign the application. While filling the online UK visa application, applicants will be advised of their closest Biometrics Center to visit and have their fingerprint taken. The applicant will be given a receipt upon completion of the Biometrics process. Subsequently they should send the completed and signed Visa application form, the Biometrics receipt, along with the following documents to Ambassador Passport and Visa Services:

• Submit your valid passport, passport must have 6 months remaining validity

• 1 Fully Completed Visa Application Form

Very Important: When starting your online visa application, select language, category of visa, country (USA), and then YOU MUST SELECT  THE CHOICE:
"I have identified the location where I will provide my biometrics (or I am unable to provide my biometrics at any location)."  AND NOT ANY OF THE VFS OR VAC CENTERS.  

Please also note, only the consular fees should be paid using the VFS website. When paying the consular fees initially, please choose "standard service at US Homeland Security Offices.  Later on, when choosing the biometric appointment at one of the US Homeland Security Offices, please choose "Premium Processing for Expedited Service".  You should NOT choose any of the VFS Premium Processing Centers, nor pay for "courier services", "scanning options" or any additional services.  Additionally, upon completion, the documents and requirements SHOULD NOT BE SHIPPED directly to the UK consulate or VFS Centers.  They should be sent to our office directly. 

If above instructions are not followed properly, this may result in your inability to secure a biometric location, as well as signficant delays beyond our control and ability to assist you any further.

Click Here For the Online UK Visa Application Form

• 2 Passport photographs
• Evidence of legal residence in U.S.A. ie: valid multiple entry visa with a clear copy of I-94 attached, copy of alien registration card / Green Card, copy of I-512 Advance Parole Document, Valid I-20 (must be signed on reverse by designated school official) Copy of return/onward airline tickets or itinerary.
• Hotel Confirmation or letter from your host / sponsor in the UK. The letter from your host or sponsor must state he / she will provide room and board support for you during your visit, Host or sponsor must provide proof of legal status in the UK (e.g. British Passport, Work Permit, Student Visa).
• Evidence of funds available for your visit. Three months of most bank statements is required.
• Official Business Letter. The letter should on company letterhead, include full details of proposed visit, and stating that U.S. employer will be financially responsible. If self employed, copy of Letter of Incorporation / business registration, or business license, or 1040 Tax Return.
• Copy of round trip flight itinerary (not required, but recommended).

• Completed Ambassador Passport and Visa Cover Letter

Processing Instructions

If you require the following United Kingdom Visas; Work, Fiance, Transit, Marriage, Settlement, or any other type of Visa not listed, please call one of our expert consultants at 310-828-7878 for further information regarding the requirements and procedure.

Fees

Consular Fees

Consular Fees Should Be Paid Online While Completing the UK Online Visa Application Form.

There will be an additional $35.00 + Taxes per application that Ambassador Passport and Visa will be paying on behalf of the applicant, at the time of submission at the consulate for the consular "Preferred Submission Fee".

Ambassador Passport and Visa Fees

• Regular Processing - 20 to 25 Business days $300.00
• Rush Processing - 10 to 15 Business days $350.00

 

Shipping Charges

Federal Express Charges:

(Continental USA Only)

• FedEx 2nd Business Day: $45.00
• FedEx Letter (Priority Overnight): $48.00
• FedEx Letter (Saturday Delivery): $78.00
• Alaska, Puerto Rico, Hawaii, USVI - Fedex Priority Overnight Letter (No Saturday Delivery) $88.00 • FedEx Letter (First Overnight): $130.00

Please Forward All The Above Documents and Requirements To:

Ambassador Passport and Visa Services, Inc.
2811 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 720
Santa Monica, California, 90403
(310) 828-7878