An English entry permit is issued by any foreigner, regardless of the purpose of the visit to the country. Documents for a visa to the UK are collected quite quickly, but taking into account some nuances. For example, an applicant will have to fill out a very voluminous online application.
Main package of documents
The final list of papers depends on the purpose of the foreigner's visit to England. But several documents are required for any category of visa.
International passport
Must meet the following requirements:
The period of validity is at least another six months after returning from England;
- There are several blank sheets for the visa sticker and stamps;
- Decorated for 5 or 10 years;
- Has a personal signature of the owner;
- There are no blots or damages.
The original passport must be supplemented with photocopies of all sheets and copies of Schengen visas, if they are in expired documents.
Photos
One photo is required, printed according to the following rules:
Size 35x45 mm;
- The picture is not blurry, made on high-quality photographic paper;
- The applicant is looking directly into the camera, he is not wearing glasses or headgear;
- The photo is fresh, not older than six months;
- The background should be light gray or yellowish. Photos on a dark or white background are not accepted.
Help from the place of work
Drawn up in free form, but subject to the following rules:
- Printed on the official letterhead of the organization with addresses and contacts;
- Contains information about the average salary of the applicant and the length of service. For visa approval, the salary must be not less than 40,000 rubles;
- Signed by two persons - director and accountant, has a seal;
- Received not earlier than a month ago.
Bank reference
Attached to the certificate from the place of work in accordance with the new requirements of 2019. The bank statement must contain data on the real balance of funds on the foreigner's account. The account should include not less than 70,000 rubles.
Ownership documents
The possession of movable or immovable property will guarantee that the applicant will return to his homeland. Therefore, the following is attached to the package of papers:
- A copy of the certificate of state registration of real estate (houses, apartments);
- Car documents.
Confirmation of status
The applicant must confirm their intention to return to their home country. To do this, he attaches documents that guarantee his connection with his homeland. This could be:
- Certificate of marriage ties (if the spouse remains in Russia);
- Birth certificate.
Filling out the questionnaire
Another important document that is issued online. Before filling out, you need to register on the website of the immigration service www.visa4uk.fco.gov.uk.
When registering, the system will require:
- Applicant's personal data;
- His contacts;
- Place of Birth.
These data will later be automatically entered into the questionnaire, so you need to fill them out carefully.
Further, the applicant will need to enter the following data in the lines provided for this:
- Passport number, date and place of receipt, expiration date;
- Information about the upcoming trip. Scheduled dates of the visit, the names of the accompanying persons (for a group trip), the address of the place of residence (hotel or inviting person);
- Personal information about the applicant, most of which has already been entered;
- Dates of previous travel to the UK, if any;
- Family status;
- Information about relatives: father, mother, children. They are needed even if none of the relatives accompanies the foreigner on the trip;
- Position and place of work, contacts of the manager, legal address of the enterprise. Income amount.
These are just the main sections of the questionnaire, which are required to fill out. The rest of the blocks are filled depending on the basis of entry. To fill out everything correctly, it is important to have in front of your eyes the form of an already completed questionnaire and enter the data according to the sample.
Important! After filling in each block, it is recommended to save the questionnaire so that the entered data will not be lost. The online system is not uncommon.
Additional documents
The list of additional documents depends on the basis on which the foreigner enters the UK.
Tourism:
- Hotel reservations for the entire period of stay;
- The route of the trip, indicating the excursions that the tourist would like to visit;
- Reserved air tickets in both directions.
Transit:
- Flights along the route;
- Visa to the final destination (if needed).
Business trip:
- An invitation from English colleagues indicating the purpose of the visit and the location of the meeting. The place where the guest will live is also indicated;
- Proof of payment of the applicant's expenses, if incurred by the company.
Education:
- Certificate of admission to an English university. Should contain data on the faculty to which the student enters, dates and tuition fees;
- Diplomas of education at home, including certificates of continuing education (if any);
- Confirmation of the availability of funds for living in England (a statement from your own account or a sponsorship letter from one of the parents with a financial statement attached);
- Medical certificate confirming the absence of tuberculosis. Must be registered at a clinic that has received UK Home Office accreditation. A certificate is issued for any visit that lasts longer than six months.
Work Visa:
- Work permit. It must be received by the employer in the English Ministry of the Interior and sent to the future employee;
- A letter from a highly qualified specialist;
- Confirmation of the availability of housing in England (agreement on the lease of an apartment or on the provision of housing by the employer);
- Higher education diplomas and / or continuing education certificates;
- Written recommendations from previous leaders.
Guest visit:
An official invitation from a relative / friend living in England. It indicates the dates of the visit and its purpose. If the reason for entering is the wedding of a loved one or some other important event, this should be noted in the invitation;- A copy of the host's passport, residence permit card or long-term visa (this document must confirm the status of the inviter in England);
- A letter in which the host undertakes to undertake all expenses of the invitee.
An official invitation from a relative / friend living in England. It indicates the dates of the visit and its purpose. If the reason for entering is the wedding of a loved one or some other important event, this should be noted in the invitation;Scientist visit:
- A letter from a British organization that invites a scientist to conduct research;
- Scientific status certificates;
- Originals and copies of scientific papers on the topic related to the visit to England.
Documents for a trip by car:
- Green card (international car insurance);
- A valid driver's license of the corresponding category;
- Vehicle ownership documents (or power of attorney if the applicant is not the owner);
- Vehicle passport.
Documents for the child:
- Birth certificate with a copy;
- Certificate from the educational institution (if a student goes on a trip during school hours, a note is needed that his absence has been agreed upon);
- A sponsorship letter from mom or dad stating that the parent is responsible for all costs of supporting the minor in the UK;
- Permission to export a minor, if he travels to England only with his mother / father or a third party. The document is drawn up by a notary, a copy of it is submitted for a visa.
Documents for retirees:
- A photocopy of the certificate of the appointment of a pension (the citizen shows the original at the interview);
- Statement of the state of a bank account with availability at least 70,000 rubles;
- A sponsorship letter from children or spouse / spouse with a financial statement attached if the pensioner cannot provide for himself.
Important! All documents must be provided with an English translation.The translation is signed personally by the translator, his personal data and contacts are indicated. Each copy is dated when the translation was made. In addition, photocopies of official documents must be certified with an apostille.
Where to submit documents
There are several organizations where you can submit documents for a visa:
- British Consulates General in Moscow, Yekaterinburg and St. Petersburg. The addresses and opening hours can be found on the website of the British Embassy www.gov.uk. You can also sign up for an interview there;
- UK Visa Application Centers in Yekaterinburg, Moscow, Novosibirsk, St. Petersburg and Rostov-on-Don. You can find out the location and phone numbers, as well as leave an application for a visa on the uk.tlscontact.com portal.
Addresses and contacts of UK visa centers throughout Russia in the table:
| British Visa Application Center | Address: 105120, Moscow, 2nd Syromyatnichesky lane 1, BC "Delta Plaza", m. Kurskaya |
| Schedule | Submit biometrics, UK visa application and UK visa documents from 9-00 to 16-00 from Monday to Friday |
| Get a passport at BVC | from 9-00 to 16-00 Monday through Friday |
| Contact service phone number of BVTs | +7 (499) 918-72-82 |
| Official site | www.gov.uk |
British Visa Application Center in Novosibirsk
| British Visa Application Center | Address: 630132, Novosibirsk, Sibirskaya street 57 |
| Schedule | Submit biometrics, UK visa application and UK visa documents from 9-00 to 16-00 from Monday to Friday |
| Get a passport at BVC | from 9-00 to 16-00 Monday through Friday |
British Visa Application Center in Rostov-on-Don
| British Visa Application Center | Address: 344022, Rostov-on-Don, Suvorov Street 91 |
| Schedule | Submit biometrics, UK visa application and UK visa documents from 9-00 to 16-00 from Monday to Friday |
| Get a passport at BVC | from 9-00 to 16-00 Monday through Friday |
British Visa Application Center in St. Petersburg
| British Visa Application Center | Address: 191014, St. Petersburg, Liteiny prospect 26 |
| Schedule | Submit biometrics, UK visa application and UK visa documents from 9-00 to 16-00 from Monday to Friday |
| Get a passport at BVC | from 9-00 to 16-00 Monday through Friday |
British Visa Application Center in Yekaterinburg
| British Visa Application Center | Address: 620142, Yekaterinburg, Bolshakova street 70, BC "Korin-Center" |
| Schedule | Submit biometrics, UK visa application and UK visa documents from 9-00 to 16-00 from Monday to Friday |
| Get a passport at BVC | from 9-00 to 16-00 Monday through Friday |
Each applicant must independently submit a package of papers for a visa. He will have to undergo a fingerprinting procedure - taking fingerprints. The rule applies to all citizens from the age of 5.
British consuls easily open a visa to citizens who have a significant material base. The most important thing for the applicant is to do his best to confirm his connection with his home country by attaching documents for real estate and certificates of marriage and birth of children to the package. The consul must be sure that the guest will return to their home country.
