Visitor in Transit Visa
Embassy required
- Processing time
- 3 weeks
- Fee
- £70
- Validity
- Single journey
- Entry
- Single entry
Required for passing through UK border control but leaving within 48 hours. For visa nationals transiting landside.
Eligibility
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Purpose of visit
Transiting through UK to another country, passing through border control, leaving within 48 hours
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 0
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Photo
Count: 1; Specifications: 35mm x 45mm
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: No
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Visitor in Transit Visa; Form url: https://www.gov.uk/transit-visa/visitor-in-transit-visa
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Travel itinerary
Provide an itinerary showing travel dates, destinations and planned accommodation.
Must include addresses: Yes; Must include dates: Yes
How to apply
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Online application
Apply online for Visitor in Transit visa
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Fee payment
Pay £70 visa fee
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Biometrics
Provide biometric information at VAC
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Processing wait
Wait for decision