UK · Visa information
UK visa information
Before building a document list, use the official checker to understand whether the planned journey calls for a visa or an electronic travel authorisation.
Family visits, holidays and other temporary travel enquiries.
A good starting point
Visa or ETA? Check the applicant’s circumstances.
Keep the applicant’s circumstances separate from the person making the enquiry. Approximate dates are fine at this stage.
Bring these details to the enquiry
- Passport nationality of each traveller
- Current legal residence
- The purpose of the trip, including transit where relevant
- Approximate travel dates and any existing UK permission
Please do not send passports, identity numbers, passwords or OTPs in your initial message.
Know what happens next
Next steps for the applicant
Open the GOV.UK visa checker.
Answer for the traveller, rather than the person making the enquiry.
Read the official instructions for the route indicated by the checker.
The applicant confirms the information and completes the required official steps.
Before you proceed
- Nationality and purpose can affect whether a visa or ETA is required.
- Residence in the UK or another country does not establish another person’s requirements.
- This page does not issue permission to travel or guarantee a decision.
Scope & fees
Discuss your enquiry first.
Request a quote for the assistance you need. Confirm the agreed tasks and responsibilities before proceeding.
Any NRIHero fee must be shown separately from government and third-party charges. Preparation time is separate from government decision time.
Common questions
Should every visitor apply for a visa?
Use the official checker. The appropriate entry permission depends on the traveller’s circumstances.
Can I enquire before deciding my dates?
Yes. An approximate month is enough for an initial enquiry. Specific requirements should be checked when the plans are clearer.
Go to the source
Official information
Source links checked 5 October 2026. This is a source check, not an individual eligibility assessment or legal review. Check the authority’s current instructions before applying.
Your next step
Ask about your UK visa enquiry
Send a short WhatsApp enquiry. Confirm the available assistance, responsibilities and quote before proceeding.