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United Kingdom Visa Requirement

United Kingdom Business Visa Requirements

For individuals entering the UK for business meetings, conferences, negotiations, or corporate training visits.

RequirementDetails
Passport validityValid passport, blank pages as required.
PhotosRecent passport-size photograph with white background.
Covering letterLetter from Indian company on its letterhead, explaining purpose of business travel to UK.
Employment proofLast 3 months salary slips, employer leave letter, bank statements (6 months) stamped & signed. ITRs for past 3 years.
Self-employed proofCompany registration certificate, company bank statements (last 6 months) signed & stamped; company ITRs.
Business invitationInvitation letter from UK business host/company, host company proof (registration/licence), host’s bank statement/address proof.
Additional finance proofEvidence of funds to support stay and return, plus business continuity in India.

United Kingdom Tourist / Visitor Visa Requirements

For individuals visiting the UK for leisure, tourism, family visits or short-term business meetings.

RequirementDetails
Passport validityValid passport with at least one blank page on both sides. (GOV.UK)
PhotosOne recent passport-size photo with white background.
Covering letterAddressed to the British High Commission (Mumbai) stating travel purpose.
Employment proof (if employed)Last 3 months’ salary slips, leave approval from employer; personal bank statement for last 6 months (stamped & signed); ITRs for past 3 years.
Self-employed proofCompany registration certificate (English), company bank statements (last 6 months, stamped & signed), company ITRs.
Invitation documentsIf invited: invitation letter from UK host, host’s passport/visa copy, host’s recent bank statement, proof of host address in UK.
Additional finance proofEvidence of savings/investments (e.g., property, fixed deposits) to show you’ll leave UK at end of stay.

UK Work Permit Visa

For Indian citizens seeking to work in the UK under a sponsor licence, or via employment offer requiring a UK visa.

RequirementDetails
Passport validityValid passport with appropriate blank pages.
Employment offer & sponsorMust have UK employer approved by Home Office, certificate of sponsorship. Changes in eligibility from 2025 noted. 
Salary thresholdFirst-time applicants often need to meet minimum salary requirements (e.g., £38,700+) from January 2025. 
Proof of employmentOffer letter, job description, employer details.
Financial proof (if required)Funds to support yourself unless exempted by sponsor.
Self-employment caseThis route typically does not cover running your own business; different rules apply.

United Kingdom Dependent Visa Requirement

For dependent family members of a UK visa holder (spouse/partner, children) seeking to join them in the UK.

RequirementDetails
Relationship proofMarriage certificate, partner evidence, birth certificate of child.
Main visa holder proofCopy of the primary visa holder’s UK visa/permit, status, employment/sponsorship details.
Financial requirementMust show that the main visa holder meets required income or maintenance funds to support dependents.
Accommodation proofEvidence that suitable accommodation is available for family in the UK.
Passport validityValid passports for each dependent, blank pages as required.
Additional documentsIf children: consent, custody proof; if partner: evidence of genuine relationship.

British Deputy High Commission Mumbai

Naman Chambers, C/32, G Block BKC, Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra East, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400051

022 6650 2222