Medical visa · Niger to United Kingdom

Medical Treatment Visitor Visa

Embassy required

Maximum stay
330 days
Processing time
3 weeks
Fee
£220
Validity
Up to 11 months
Entry
Multiple entry

For private medical treatment in UK. Can extend stay by 6 months at a time (£1,100 per extension) with no limit on extensions. Must not access NHS treatment (except emergency). Standard 6-month visitor visa (£127) can be used for treatments under 6 months.

Eligibility

  • Purpose of visit

    Receiving private medical treatment in UK. Must leave after treatment completes.

    Includes
    • Private medical consultation
    • treatment
    • or medical procedure
  • Financial

    Must demonstrate ability to pay for treatment and living costs without working or accessing public funds

    Minimum funds: Full treatment cost plus living expenses

Documents you need

  • Passport

    Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 0

  • Photo

    Count: 1; Specifications: 35mm x 45mm

  • Bank statement

    Minimum balance: Sufficient for treatment and accommodation; Months required: 6

  • Proof of funds

    Accepted forms: Bank statements, sponsorship letter, proof of medical insurance; Minimum amount: Full cost of treatment plus living expenses

  • Accommodation proof

    Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.

    Accepted types: Hotel bookings, sponsor letter with address, rental agreement; Must cover full stay: Yes

  • Medical certificate

    Provide medical evidence from a recognised doctor or clinic when the route asks for health confirmation.

    Required tests: Letter from UK doctor/specialist confirming medical condition and required treatment; Validity months: 3

  • Application form

    Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.

    Form name: Standard Visitor Visa (Medical); Form url: https://www.gov.uk/visit-uk-medical-treatment

How to apply

  1. Online application

    Apply for Standard Visitor visa selecting medical treatment category

  2. Document gathering

    Obtain letter from UK doctor, arrange proof of funds for treatment and stay, gather medical documents

  3. Fee payment

    Pay £220 for 11-month visa (or £127 for 6-month visa)

  4. Biometrics

    Attend VAC for biometric enrollment

  5. Processing wait

    Wait for visa decision

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This information is general guidance only and can change frequently. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before making travel plans. Contact [email protected] for help.

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