United Kingdom

UK Long-Term Visitor Visa (2/5/10 years)

For frequent travelers. Valid 2, 5, or 10 years (still max 6 months per visit).

About this visa

Long-term Standard Visitor is for travelers who need to visit the UK regularly over time (business, family visits, repeated tourism). The visa can be valid for 2, 5, or 10 years, but you still normally stay up to 6 months per visit.

Think of it as a convenience option — not a different permission set. Your key task is to prove you are a genuine visitor and you will not use frequent visits to “live” in the UK.

What strengthens the case: consistent travel history, clear reasons for repeated visits, stable finances, and strong ties to Georgia. If you have limited travel history, start with a standard 6-month visitor first: UK Standard Visitor.

Comparison: Long-validity visitor visas exist in some destinations, but evidence expectations differ. If you’re also planning trips to USA or Canada, align your document set so dates, finances, and ties are consistent across applications.

Varies (check UKVI times)

Required Documents

📄Basic Documents

Valid passport

Completed online application (UKVI)

Biometrics appointment and submission

💰Financial Documents

Bank statements (recent months)

Proof of income (salary slips / tax / business)

🛡️Civil and Security Documents

Proof of ties to Georgia (family/property/obligations)

📋Other Documents

Translations to English (if documents are not in English)

optional

Explanation of frequent travel need (why multiple visits)

Previous travel history evidence (visas/stamps)

optional

Application Process

Confirm purpose

Confirm permitted activities and your visit plan (tourism/visiting/business).

Build your itinerary

Prepare a realistic itinerary and accommodation plan.

Strengthen finances & ties

Show stable finances and strong ties to Georgia with clear evidence.

Submit online (UKVI)

Complete the online application carefully and keep facts consistent.

Biometrics & documents

Attend biometrics appointment and submit/upload documents per instructions.

Track & prepare for travel

Track status and prepare border-ready evidence for your trip.

Important Tips & Advice

Keep one consistent story across form + documents (dates, job, budget).

Match trip budget to your real income and bank activity; explain unusual deposits.

Show strong ties to Georgia (employment/study/family/property/obligations).

Use clear structure: cover letter, checklist, and grouped evidence.

Avoid non-refundable bookings until a decision is issued.

Processing Fees

Application fee (2 years)

Official fee for long-term visit visa (outside the UK).

£475 (valid up to 2 years)

Application fee (5 years)

Official fee for long-term visit visa (outside the UK).

£848 (valid up to 5 years)

Application fee (10 years)

Official fee for long-term visit visa (outside the UK).

£1,059 (valid up to 10 years)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is the UK visitor visa fee?

The official Standard Visitor fee is £127 for up to 6 months. Long-term visitor options cost more (2/5/10 years). Fees can change, so confirm before you apply.

Can I work on a Standard Visitor visa?

No. You cannot do paid or unpaid work for a UK company or as self-employed (with very limited exceptions like certain permitted paid engagements).

Do I need to book flights before applying?

You should show a realistic plan, but avoid non-refundable purchases until you have a decision. Provide an itinerary and budget that match your finances.

What is the difference between 6-month and long-term visitor visas?

Long-term visas (2/5/10 years) give longer validity, but you still normally stay up to 6 months per visit. They suit frequent travelers with a stable profile.

What are the main refusal reasons?

Common reasons are unclear purpose, weak ties to Georgia, or finances that do not match the trip plan. Make one consistent story and support it with documents.