Under this category, individuals intending to travel to the UK to visit friends and family may apply for a visa.

In the UK, the sponsoring family members must send an invitation letter to the applicant to confirm the relationship, purpose of the applicant’s visit, and the financial support and accommodation they will be providing to the applicant.

Applicants are permitted to seek assistance from family member(s) living in the UK but without engaging in any form of public funding or employment. They must demonstrate that they will be able to financially maintain and accommodate themselves in the UK.

Family Visitor Visa Basic Requirements

They must establish that they will be able to financially support themselves and be able to meet the cost of their onward journey. An applicant is permitted to receive financial support from friends and family but they must not take up any paid or unpaid employment in the UK. Furthermore, applicants may visit the UK only for a maximum of six (6) months.

Family Visitor Visa Entitlements

The Family Visitor visa entitles the holders for up to a maximum of six (6) months to visit the UK, allowing them to experience life and culture in the UK. Multiple entries may be allowed to the UK during the stipulated period of six (6) months for the visa holders.