Citizens of countries like Egypt, India, Pakistan, Nigeria, and most African and Asian nations must apply for a visa before traveling.

Citizens from visa-exempt countries (like those in the European Union, USA, Canada, and Australia) can enter without applying in advance but must still follow UK entry rules.

Valid passport (must have at least one blank page)

Online visa application form (completed on www.gov.uk)

Visa fee payment confirmation

Proof of financial means (bank statements, salary slips, etc.)

Travel itinerary (flight and accommodation details)

Proof of ties to home country (employment, family, property)

Invitation letter (if visiting someone in the UK)

Travel history (previous visas or entry stamps, if available)

he Standard Visitor Visa usually allows you to stay for up to 6 months per visit.

Frequent travelers can sometimes apply for a long-term visitor visa, valid for:

2 years

5 years

or 10 years

Even with a long-term visa, each stay cannot exceed 6 months at a time.