United Kingdom Tourist Visa Checklist

Original Passport: Must be carried originally at the time of the biometric appointment.  

Cover Letter: Should state the purpose of travel, number of days, passport, and travel details.  

Appointment Letter: Must be carried on the day of the appointment.  

Previous Visas & Stamps: Must provide Sticker Visas and Entry/Exit Stamp pages from the last 10 years.  

Proof of Investment: Can include Rental Income Receipts, Interest Income, or other sources of income proof.  

IT Return: Personal Income Tax Returns for the last 3 years.  

If Self-Employed:

Requires a Business registration certificate, GST Registration (with annex A & B), Partnership Deed, or Proof of proprietorship/ownership.  

Company Income Tax Return for the last 3 years.  

Bank Statement (current/company or savings) showing at least 50-150 euros per day of the trip per traveler, with sufficient balance to ensure a return home. Sudden deposits must be justified, but bank signatures or stamps are not required.  

If Employed:

Requires an Employer NOC approving the holidays and payslips for the last 3 months.  

Bank Statement showing at least 150 euros per day of the trip per traveler, with enough funds for a return home. Sudden deposits require justification, but bank stamps/signatures are not needed.  

If Minor (Under 18): Requires a birth certificate and Student ID proof.  

If Trip is Sponsored:

Requires a Sponsorship Letter and a Sponsor bank statement showing clearly accessible funds of at least 150 euros per day per traveler.  

A Sponsor cover letter detailing what support is being provided and how.  

If Invited by Friend/Family: An Invitation Letter detailing the trip, accommodation, and the host's UK immigration status.