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29/04/2024 • 2 min read

Ultimate Guide to UK Visa Options - Choose Your Ideal Path

Discover the perfect UK visa for your needs with our detailed guide. Explore options for tourists, students, professionals, and families. Simplify your UK visa journey today!

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Salmo is created by immigrants for immigrants. We design digital tools and services with built-in lawyer brains to help you prepare for Indefinite Leave to Remain from your first visa to final settlement.

Planning a trip to the UK, considering studying there, or thinking about making it your new home? Understanding the array of visa options available is essential. This guide simplifies the complex landscape of UK visas, ensuring you find the right path for your journey.

Visitor Visas (click here for full details)

  • Standard Visitor Visa: Perfect for tourists who want to explore the UK or conduct short business trips, valid for up to 6 months.
  • Marriage Visitor Visa: Designed for those who wish to get married or enter into a civil partnership in the UK, with no intent to stay post-ceremony.

Study Visas (click here for full details)

  • Student Visa: Ideal for international students planning to undertake long-term studies at UK institutions.
  • Child Student Visa: For children aged 4-17, this visa supports education at independent schools in the UK.

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Work Visas (click here for full details)

  • Graduate Visa: Allows graduates to remain in the UK to seek employment after their studies.
  • Skilled Worker Visa: For professionals who have secured a job offer in the UK, aiming to bring their expertise to the local workforce.
  • Health and Care Worker Visa: Tailored for medical professionals coming to work in the UK's health sector.
  • Innovator Founder Visa: Encourages entrepreneurs with groundbreaking business ideas to establish their businesses in the UK.
  • Global Talent Visa: For exceptionally skilled individuals in various fields looking to work in the UK.
  • Global Business Mobility Visa: Aids multinational companies in transferring employees to their UK branches.
  • Temporary Worker Visas: Suitable for those seeking short-term employment in specific sectors.
  • Youth Mobility Scheme Visa: Offers young adults the chance to live and work in the UK for up to two years.

Family Visas (click here for full details)

  • Family Visa: Enables individuals to join family members who are settled in the UK.
  • Dependent Visa: Allows immediate family members of UK visa holders to reside in the UK.
  • UK Ancestry Visa: Available to Commonwealth citizens with British ancestry, permitting them to live and work in the UK.

Settlement Routes (click here for full details)

  • Indefinite Leave To Remain: Gaining settled status to never have to rely on visas again.
  • Citizenship: Vow to the king and become an official British.

Embarking on your UK adventure requires selecting the appropriate visa based on your purpose and duration of stay. Whether it’s for a short visit, extended study, professional work, or family reasons, understanding these options will help you navigate the application process effectively. This guide serves as your roadmap through the intricate world of UK visas, ensuring you're well-prepared for your journey to the British Isles.