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How long does it take to process a UK visit visa?
My partner has applied for a Uk visit visa, does anyone have any experience of how long it takes to issue, thanks in advance.
Answer summary
The processing time for a UK visit visa varies significantly among applicants, with estimates ranging from 10 days to several months. On average, many applicants report receiving their visas within 2 to 6 weeks. Some have opted for expedited services, paying extra for faster processing, which can guarantee a two-week turnaround. However, delays can occur, especially during busy periods, such as the current situation with Ukraine refugee visas.
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David *********
Applied on 28 th march at VFS Bkk gf passport arrived back on 29 April
Simon **********
We applied about 3 weeks ago, when my gf went in they offered an expedited service for
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THB which guaranteed a two week service. The quoted time was 6 weeks without any extra payment.
John ******************
OP@Si***
was not offered the 2 week service…which would of been no problem….
Gyorgy ********
Thomas ********
Spouse visa. 3 months so far and informed it will be another 3 months
Mark ********
Non o family visa 1 week
Ian *****
We got ours in 3 weeks, 10 days for the answer and then another week for passport returned
Pete *********
We have been waiting 7 weeks now.
Gwydion *******
@Pete ********
same. Did biometrics on ***
. Nothing back yet. Already had to cancel one flight. To the OP I would pay the 11k for express service if you want to go within the next 3 months.John ******************
OP@Gwy****
. That’s a long time 🙏 you here shortlyPete *********
@Gwydion ******
Fire me a message if you get yours through and I will do the same. Might mean we are close 😂Pete *********
Bob *******
2 weeks
Liam ********
It took my partner 2 weeks from when the application went in
Bob *********
The latest on the. Gov. UK Web site is Standard visitor visa applications are currently taking on average 6 weeks to process. We are working hard to process applications to get back to the 3-week service standard. They are a bit busy with Ukraine refugee visas at present due to the war
Dave ********
Our application took about 2 weeks to get back from India.
Will ************
Anywhere from 10 days to a couple of months. A lot get refused
Alan *********
@Will ***********
the deal maker is a letter from the employer.John ******************
OP@Wi**
, thank you, this is our 4 th application, all other applications were approved
Gordon ********
@John *****************
4 already, should be us asking you for advice. Me and my partner got UK Visa in 7 days for an extra fee.Activity
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