The new eVisa
The UK's visit eVisa is a digital record of your immigration status, replacing the physical visa sticker. Access it online via your UKVI account to view, share, and travel without a physical visa.
Easier German School Trips
A new UK-Germany agreement simplifies entry for German school groups, including non-German passport holders, on educational trips to the UK.
Is the UK Getting Tougher on Visit Visas?
Senior Nigerian security executive Samuel Onyekachi Ibeawuchi was denied UK visit visas for his family despite strong ties. The Home Office doubted their return to Nigeria. Critics called it a "racist crackdown," sparking controversy over UK visa fairness.
UK Visit Visa Fees Increased
UK visa fees rose on April 9, 2025, affecting visitor, student, work visas, and settlement and citizenship applications.
UK Visa Requirement for Trinidad and Tobago
From March 12, 2025, Trinidad and Tobago nationals require a visa for UK visits or transit. A six-week transition ended April 23, 2025, allowing travelers with pre-booked trips and an ETA before March 12 to enter visa-free.