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Last updated 2026-07-23

Tourist visa in United Kingdom for Chinese citizens

Visa overview

Permits visitors to enter the UK for up to 6 months for tourism, holidays, or vacations, exploring sites and enjoying leisure activities.

Visa validity period

from 6 months to 10 years

Consular fee

£135 - £1,128 (~$180 - ~$1,502)

Time frames and cost

As a rule, the first visitor’s visa is issued for up to six months, taking into account the individual situation of the applicant, the requested period, the specific purpose of the visit and documentary justification. Subsequently, if the first visa was used in full compliance with the rules, the applicant may apply for a longer visa valid for up to 2, 5, or 10 years, choosing the desired duration within this range. The validity period of a visa determines its cost.

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Documents

Mandatory

Additional

*Foreign official documents must be apostilled and legalized in accordance with the regulations of the country whose consular or diplomatic mission they are being submitted to. Additionally, they must be accompanied by a certified translation into the official language of that country or into English, unless otherwise specified by the mission's requirements.

**Prior to submitting the documents, it is strongly advised to verify the specific procedures and requirements with the relevant mission.

Requirements

  • Clear purposes of the visit and documents confirming them, in accordance with the visa conditions.

  • Sufficient means to support oneself and their dependents for the duration of their stay in the country.

  • The applicant does not pose a threat to public order, internal security, public health or international relations of the country.

  • Strong ties to the country of origin and compelling reasons to return there, ensuring compliance with the terms and duration of stay.

  • Insurance policy for the entire period of stay, meeting the minimum mandatory or recommended requirements for the country.

  • Valid permanent resident status or proof thereof; all preliminary procedures for visa application have been completed.

Visa Information

English international

Type of visa

Visit visa

Category

Standard visitor visa

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