Visa requirements

Do Indian citizens need a visa for UK?

Visa required (apply in advance)
Embassy visa required

Indian citizens must obtain a visa from a UK embassy or consulate before travelling for up to 6 months.

Max stay
6 months
Fee
GBP £115
Processing
3 weeks
What you need
  • Valid passport (6+ months, 2 blank pages)
  • Bank statements (3-6 months)
  • Travel itinerary
  • Hotel bookings
  • Return ticket
  • Passport photo
  • Travel insurance
Check UK visa requirement
Verify with the official source

Visa rules change often. Always confirm the current requirements on UK's own government visa authority before you book.

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Indian visa requirements elsewhere
Indian → Japan Indian → Thailand Indian → France Indian → Italy Indian → Spain Indian → Turkey Indian → Indonesia Indian → Mexico Indian → Portugal Indian → Greece
Who needs a visa for UK?
American citizens Canadian citizens British citizens Australian citizens German citizens French citizens Filipino citizens Chinese citizens Brazilian citizens Nigerian citizens

Visa rules change frequently and this page is a guide, not legal advice — always confirm current requirements with the official UK embassy or consulate before booking travel. Our visa data is reviewed quarterly: last reviewed July 2026, next review September 2026.