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South African to United Kingdom Visa Required

Visa requirements for South African passport holders traveling to United Kingdom

Entry Requirements

Required Documents

  • Valid passport with 6+ months validity

    Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of travel and have at least one blank page.

  • Completed visa application form

    Complete and submit the online Standard Visitor visa application form via the official UK visa application portal.

  • Passport photograph

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    Recent color passport-sized photograph that meets UK visa photo requirements.

  • Flight booking confirmation

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    Provide confirmed round-trip or onward flight bookings.

  • Hotel confirmation letter

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    Provide proof of accommodation for your stay in the UK.

  • Bank statement

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    Recent bank statements (last 3-6 months) showing sufficient funds to cover your stay and return travel in the UK.

  • Purpose of visit statement

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    A clear explanation of your travel purpose, such as tourism, on a letter or form.

  • Biometric data submission

    Applicants must attend a biometric appointment to provide fingerprints and a digital photograph as part of the visa application process.

Optional Documents

  • Travel insurance certificate

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    Proof of travel insurance covering health and emergencies is recommended but not mandatory.

  • Employment verification letter

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    If employed, a letter from your employer stating your position, salary and leave approval helps prove your ties to South Africa.

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