List of Important visas which a Pakistani can apply

List of UK Visas and Their Process for Pakistani Citizens

1. Standard Visitor Visa (Tourist, Business, or Family Visit)

Purpose: For tourism, business meetings, or visiting family or friends.

Process:

• Complete the Online Application: Fill out the visa application form at UK Visa and Immigration.
• Pay Visa Fee: The standard fee is £100for a 6-month visitor visa.
• Schedule an Appointment: Book an appointment at the nearest Visa Application Center (VAC).
• Biometric Data: Provide biometric information (fingerprints and photo) at the VAC.
• Documents Submission: Submit your documents at the VAC or online (if applicable).

Required Documents:

• Valid Passport(at least 6 months validity).
• Visa Application Form.
• Visa Fee Payment Receipt.
• Passport-sized Photographs.
• Proof of Funds(bank statements, pay slips, etc.).
• Travel Itinerary(flight and hotel bookings).
• Accommodation Details(if visiting friends/family).
• Letter of Invitation(if visiting family or friends).
• Proof of Ties to Pakistan(employment letter, property ownership, family documents).

2. Student Visa (Tier 4)

Purpose: For individuals who want to study in the UK.

Process:

• Obtain a CAS (Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies): You must have an offer from a licensed sponsor institution in the UK.
• Complete the Online Application: Apply through UK Visa and Immigration.
• Pay Visa Fee: The visa fee is typically £348for a Tier 4 student visa.
• Provide Biometrics: Submit biometric data at a Visa Application Center (VAC).
• Submit Documents: Submit all required documents to the VAC or online.

Required Documents:

• Valid Passport.
• CAS(Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies).
• Visa Application Form.
• Visa Fee Receipt.
• Passport-sized Photographs.
• Proof of Financial Support(bank statements, scholarship letters, etc.).
• Proof of English Proficiency(IELTS or equivalent).
• Academic Qualifications.
• Tuberculosis (TB) Test Certificate(if required).

3. Skilled Worker Visa (Formerly Tier 2)

Purpose: For individuals coming to the UK to work in a skilled job (e.g., engineers, IT specialists).

Process:

• Obtain a Job Offer: You need a job offer from a licensed sponsor (employer) in the UK.
• Complete the Online Application: Apply via UK Visa and Immigration.
• Pay Visa Fee: The standard fee is £610for up to 3 years (can vary depending on job).
• Submit Biometrics: Provide biometric data at a VAC.
• Documents Submission: Submit required documents online or at the VAC.

Required Documents:

• Valid Passport.
• Job Offer from a Licensed Sponsor.
• Visa Application Form.
• Visa Fee Payment Receipt.
• Passport-sized Photographs.
• Proof of English Proficiency(e.g., IELTS).
• Proof of Financial Support.
• Evidence of Qualifications and Experience(CV, degrees, etc.).
• Criminal Record Certificate(if required by job).

4. Entrepreneur Visa (Tier 1)

Purpose: For individuals who want to start a business in the UK or invest in an existing business.

Process:

• Complete the Online Application: Apply through UK Visa and Immigration.
• Pay Visa Fee: The application fee is typically £1,021.
• Biometric Appointment: Provide biometric data at a VAC.
• Documents Submission: Submit documents as required by the UK government.

Required Documents:

• Valid Passport.
• Business Plan(detailing how you intend to start and run the business).
• Visa Application Form.
• Visa Fee Payment Receipt.
• Proof of Investment Funds.
• Proof of English Proficiency.
• Personal and Business Documents.

5. Spouse/Partner Visa (Family Visa)

Purpose: For individuals who want to join their spouse, partner, or family member in the UK.

Process:

• Complete the Online Application: Apply through UK Visa and Immigration.
• Pay Visa Fee: The fee is typically £1,523for a spouse/partner visa.
• Submit Biometrics: Provide biometric data at a VAC.
• Documents Submission: Submit documents to the VAC.

Required Documents:

• Valid Passport.
• Visa Application Form.
• Visa Fee Receipt.
• Passport-sized Photographs.
• Proof of Relationship(marriage certificate, photographs, communication evidence).
• Proof of Financial Support(bank statements, employment letter).
• Accommodation Detailsin the UK.
• Proof of English Proficiency.

6. Visitor Visa for Business (Business Visitor Visa)

Purpose: For individuals coming to the UK for short-term business purposes (meetings, conferences, etc.).

Process:

• Complete the Online Application: Apply through UK Visa and Immigration.
• Pay Visa Fee: The visa fee is £95for a 6-month visa.
• Provide Biometrics: You will need to provide biometric data.
• Submit Documents: Submit documents at the VAC.

Required Documents:

• Valid Passport.
• Visa Application Form.
• Visa Fee Receipt.
• Passport-sized Photographs.
• Letter from Employerconfirming the business visit.
• Invitation Letterfrom the UK-based organization or company.
• Proof of Financial Support(bank statements, pay slips).
• Travel Itinerary.

7. Tier 5 Temporary Worker Visa

Purpose: For individuals coming to the UK temporarily for work (charity work, sports, creative work, etc.).

Process:

• Obtain a Job Offer from a Licensed Sponsor: You must have a UK-based sponsor.
• Complete the Online Application: Apply via UK Visa and Immigration.
• Pay Visa Fee: The application fee typically ranges from £244 to £610.
• Biometric Data Submission.
• Documents Submission.

Required Documents:

• Valid Passport.
• Visa Application Form.
• Visa Fee Payment Receipt.
• Passport-sized Photographs.
• Certificate of Sponsorshipfrom the UK-based employer.
• Proof of Financial Support.

8. UK Tier 1 Investor Visa

Purpose: For individuals who want to invest a substantial amount of money in the UK to gain residency.

Process:

• Invest the Required Funds: You need to invest at least £2 millionin the UK.
• Complete the Online Application: Apply via UK Visa and Immigration.
• Pay Visa Fee: The fee is around £1,623for a 3-year visa.
• Submit Biometrics.
• Documents Submission.

Required Documents:

• Valid Passport.
• Investment Funds Proof(evidence of your ability to invest).
• Visa Application Form.
• Visa Fee Receipt.
• Passport-sized Photographs.
• Proof of English Proficiency(if applicable).

9. Transit Visa

Purpose: For individuals passing through the UK en route to another country.

Process:

• Complete the Online Application.
• Pay Visa Fee: The fee for a transit visa is £64.
• Submit Biometrics: Biometrics will be required in some cases.

Required Documents:

• Valid Passport.
• Visa Application Form.
• Visa Fee Payment Receipt.
• Passport-sized Photographs.
• Proof of Travel(flight tickets, visas for the destination country).

10. Tier 4 (General) Student Visa (Child)

Purpose: For children aged between 4 and 17 years who are coming to the UK for studies.

Process:

• Obtain a CAS (Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies): From a licensed educational institution.
• Complete the Online Application.
• Submit Biometrics.
• Documents Submission.

Required Documents:

• Valid Passport.
• CAS.
• Visa Application Form.
• Visa Fee Payment Receipt.
• Proof of Financial Support.