UK visa options, explained clearly.

Up to 6 months for tourism, family or business visits.

Get married or enter a civil partnership in the UK.

Short paid engagements for experts and professionals.

Sponsored by a UK licensed employer. Route to ILR after 5 years.

Discounted route for eligible healthcare roles.

For endorsed leaders in tech, science, arts and academia.

Graduates from top-ranked global universities.

Fast-tracked route for high-growth UK employers.

Intra-company transfers for multinationals.

Full-time study at a licensed sponsor. Dependants allowed on eligible courses.

Ages 4–17 at independent schools.

2 years post-study work (3 for PhD). No sponsorship required.

English language courses up to 11 months.

Join a British citizen or settled partner. 5-year route to ILR.

6-month visa to marry in the UK, then switch to Spouse.

For separated parents of a British or settled child.

Elderly relatives needing long-term care.

Endorsed innovative UK businesses. Fast route to settlement.

Set up a UK branch of an overseas business.

(Closed to new — legacy holders can extend).

Skilled Worker, Health & Care, Global Business Mobility.

Creative, charity, religious and other temporary categories.

Prepare for UKVI compliance visits.

Ongoing licence management support.

Skilled Worker, Global Talent, HPI holders.

Spouse, parent and family route holders.

Continuous lawful residence for 10 years.

Test preparation and evidence guidance.

12 months after ILR (or immediate if married to British citizen).

For children of British parents or long UK residents.

Understand implications for your home country.