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Requirements & FAQs : All You Need to Know
- Visa Exempted For Citizens of : Oman
- Visa Exempted For Citizens Living in : Oman
- Visa Expempted For Days : 730
Congratulations! You are eligible to apply for a UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA).
Your eTA is will remain valid for 2 years from the date of issue, or until your passport expires—whichever comes first.
You can travel to the UK multiple times during this period for short stays.
UK Tourist Visa Application process
Step 1: Check Eligibility
You can apply for a UK Tourist Visa if:
o You are visiting for tourism, leisure, or to see family/friends.
o You can prove you’ll leave the UK at the end of your visit.
o You have enough money to cover your stay, travel, and expenses.
o You do not intend to work or study long-term.
Step 2: Verify and Prepare the Documents
Compile the required documents for the application and prepare the final documents.
o Valid Passport (with at least one blank page and valid for the entire duration of your stay in the UK)
o Resident ID - Oman Residence Permit. Your resident ID is valid for at least 3 months beyond your travel date.
o Visa Application Form (Online Submission)
o Recent Passport-sized Photograph (meeting UK photo guidelines)
o Travel Itinerary (flight and accommodation details)
o Proof of Funds (bank statements, payslips, tax returns)
o Employment/Business Proof (employment letter or business registration)
o Invitation Letter (if visiting family/friends)
o Proof of Ties to Home Country (job, property, family responsibilities)
o Previous Travel History (if applicable)
o TB Test Certificate (if required based on your country)
Step 3: Apply Online
o Visit the official UK Government website:
o Fill out the visa application form online.
o Pay the visa fee: £127 (for a 6-month visa).
o Select a Visa Application Centre (VAC) for biometrics.
Step 4: Book a Biometric Appointment
o Visit your chosen Visa Application Centre (VAC).
o Provide fingerprints and a photograph.
Carry the below documents while going for biometrics:
o Appointment Confirmation Letter – Proof of your scheduled biometric appointment.
o Valid Passport – The same passport used in your visa application.
o UK Visa Application Form (Online Submission Confirmation) – A printed copy or digital proof.
o Visa Fee Payment Receipt – Some VACs may ask for this as proof of payment.
Step 5: Biometrics Submission
Visit the Visa Application Centre on the day of the appointment and you have to submit the Finger Prints. Make sure to keep your hands without henna. Some applicants may be asked to attend a Credibility Interview to explain their study plans, finances, and reasons for choosing the UK.
Step 6: UK Visa Approval - Wait for a Decision
o Standard processing time: 3-6 weeks
o Priority processing (extra cost): 5-10 days
Step 7: Receive Your Visa & Travel to the UK
o If approved, you’ll receive a visa sticker (vignette) in your passport.
o Check the visa validity and conditions before traveling.
1. Mandatory Documents:
o Valid Passport – Must be valid for the entire stay and have at least one blank page.
o Resident ID – Oman Residence Permit. Your resident ID is valid for at least 3 months beyond your travel date.
o Visa Application Form (Online Submission) – Completed on the official UK Government website.
o Passport-sized Photograph – Must meet UK visa photo requirements.
o Visa Fee Payment Receipt – £127 for a standard 6-month visa.
o Travel Itinerary – Details of flight bookings (not mandatory but recommended).
o Accommodation Proof – Hotel reservation or a letter from the person you will be staying with.
o Proof of Financial Means – To show you can support yourself during your visit:
Bank statements (last 6 months)
Payslips (last 3-6 months)
Tax return or proof of income
Sponsorship letter (if someone else is paying for your trip)
2. Supporting Documents (Depending on Your Situation)
o Employment Proof (if employed)
o Invitation Letter (if visiting family or friends)
o Proof of Ties to Home Country (to show you will return after your visit):
o Previous Travel History (if available):
o TB Test Certificate – Required if you're from a country where TB testing is mandatory.
o Size: 45mm (height) × 35mm (width) (standard UK passport size)
o Background: Plain, light grey or cream.
Frequently asked questions
Non-UK and non-Irish citizens from countries that are not visa-exempt need a Standard Visitor Visa to visit the UK for tourism, family visits, business meetings, or medical treatment.
A Standard Visitor Visa is valid for 6 months. However, you must leave before it expires.
Extensions are only possible in limited cases, such as for medical treatment. Otherwise, you must leave and reapply.
Standard Processing (6-month visa): £127
2-year multiple entry visa: £475
5-year multiple entry visa: £848
10-year multiple entry visa: £1059
Standard processing: 3-6 weeks
Priority processing (extra cost): 5-10 days
You can apply up to 3 months before your intended travel date.
No, you do not need to book flights. However, you should provide a travel itinerary.
No. You cannot work or do paid activities on a tourist visa.
You can take a short course (up to 6 months), but not a full-time degree program.
A TB test is required if you’re from a country where TB screening is mandatory.