From 8 April 2026, UK visa fees rose by around 6–7% across most routes, including Standard Visitor visas.
What Has Changed?
- Standard Visitor Visa (up to 6 months)Old fee: £127
- New fee:£135
Long-Term Visit Visas
Long-term visit visas now cost:
- 2-year visit visa: £506 (previously £475)
- 5-year visit visa: £898 (previously £848)
- 10-year visit visa: £1,123 (previously £1,059)
(Each visit is still limited to 6 months.)
ASKVisas Insight
- A modest rise in a steady upward trend
- There is no change to visa rules or eligibility—only the fee
- Applications submitted before 8 April 2026 pay the old fee; after that date, the new fee applies
A refusal costs far more: a poorly prepared application can lose the full fee with no refund.
Our advice is unchanged: strong documents, a clear purpose and credible financial evidence decide success.
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