Visa to the United Kingdom
How to get a visa to the United Kingdom?
Define the purpose of the trip
The most common purposes are tourism, visiting relatives or friends, and business trips.
Fill out the application form
It is necessary to complete the visa application form on the official website of the UK Visa Application Centre. The form must be filled out in English. All required information should be provided accurately and completely. Any inaccuracies or inconsistencies may lead to a refusal of the visa. After completing the form, you must pay the visa fee and choose the date for submitting your documents at the visa application centre.
Pay the consular fee
When applying for a UK visa in Almaty, consultation services and assistance in completing the application form are available at an affordable price.
The total cost ranges from £89 to £1,000 (the national currency of the United Kingdom), depending on the visa fee, which is determined by the validity period, type, and category of the visa. Payment is made online through the official website. After payment, you will receive a receipt, which must be printed and attached to your documents.
The total cost ranges from £89 to £1,000 (the national currency of the United Kingdom), depending on the visa fee, which is determined by the validity period, type, and category of the visa. Payment is made online through the official website. After payment, you will receive a receipt, which must be printed and attached to your documents.
Upload documents
We will provide a complete list of the required documents and check them for accuracy.
If necessary, we will help you arrange travel insurance, hotel reservations, and flight tickets.
The required documents must be scanned and uploaded to your personal account on the website.
If necessary, we will help you arrange travel insurance, hotel reservations, and flight tickets.
The required documents must be scanned and uploaded to your personal account on the website.
Book document submission time
After paying the visa fee, you need to select the date and time to visit the UK visa center in Kazakhstan. Applications are usually submitted at one of the visa centers located in major cities such as Almaty or Astana.
Submit documents and biometric data
At the appointed time, you must visit the visa center with a complete set of documents. Biometric data (fingerprints and a photograph) will also be taken at the visa center.
Wait for the decision
The application review process usually takes 3 to 6 weeks. However, processing times may vary depending on the workload of the visa centers and the time of year.
Receive passport with visa
After a decision on the visa has been made, you will receive a notification from the visa center. You can collect your passport in person or via courier service if this option was chosen when submitting the documents.
Fill out the questionnaire for the visa application
Why should you choose us?
Full support: from consultation to visa issuance;
Verification and correction of document packages;
Form completion and visa center appointment scheduling;
Insurance and bookings tailored to your needs;
Individual approach and flexible solutions.
FAQ
What is the duration of a UK visa?
A standard visa is valid for 6 months. Additionally, you can apply for a visa valid for 2 years, 5 years, or 10 years.
How many entries are allowed with the visa?
The UK visa is multiple-entry. However, during each trip, you cannot stay longer than 180 days.
What is the cost of a UK visa for Kazakh citizens?
Standard Visitor Visa – for the UK, Isle of Man, Jersey, and Guernsey:
| Short-term (up to 6 months, single or multiple entry) | 179 USD || Long-term (valid for up to 2 years) | 668 USD |
| Long-term (valid for up to 5 years) | 1193 USD |
| Long-term (valid for up to 10 years) | 1490 USD |
| Academic visa (stay longer than 6 months, up to 12 months) | 309 USD |
| Marriage visa | 179 USD |
| Private medical treatment visa (stay longer than 6 months, up to 11 months) | 309 USD |
How long does the visa processing take?
Normally, the processing time takes from 3 to 6 weeks.
However, the timeframe may vary depending on the workload of the visa centers and the time of year.
BUT! You can pay for priority visa processing:
5 working days — £510
1 working day — £1,010
However, the timeframe may vary depending on the workload of the visa centers and the time of year.
BUT! You can pay for priority visa processing:
5 working days — £510
1 working day — £1,010
Can someone else submit documents on my behalf?
No, biometric data must be submitted in person.
How much money needs to be shown?
It is recommended to have at least 70–100 GBP per day of stay.
Is an interview required for obtaining a UK tourist visa?
Yes, it is required. It is conducted after the submitted documents are reviewed.
During the review process, a decision is made to approve or refuse the visa.
A refusal may be issued for the following reasons:
During the review process, a decision is made to approve or refuse the visa.
A refusal may be issued for the following reasons:
- Incorrectly completed documents;
- False information provided;
- Information in the application form does not correspond to reality;
- Incomplete set of documents.
What should I do if my visa is denied?
You can appeal the decision or resubmit your documents after correcting the mistakes.
Our managers will help assess the reasons for the refusal and prepare a new set of documents.
Our managers will help assess the reasons for the refusal and prepare a new set of documents.
What should I do if my visa is denied?
In case of a visa refusal, the applicant will receive a written explanation of the reasons for the refusal.
You may reapply after correcting the deficiencies or file an appeal if you believe the refusal was unjustified.
You may reapply after correcting the deficiencies or file an appeal if you believe the refusal was unjustified.
Do documents need to be translated into English?
Yes, all documents submitted for the visa must be translated into English and certified if the originals are in another language.
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