United Kingdom Long-term Standard Visitor visa, 2 years: fee, stay and who needs it
From 8 Apr 2026 (was 475). Chinese nationals applying in mainland China under the Chinese visa scheme pay 135.
Long-term Standard Visitor visa, 2 years
Visa needed- Official fee
- £506
- Stay
- up to 6 months per visit
- Processing
- usually within 3 weeks
- Interview
- No
Questions
How much is the United Kingdom Long-term Standard Visitor visa, 2 years?
The official fee is £506. From 8 Apr 2026 (was 475). Chinese nationals applying in mainland China under the Chinese visa scheme pay 135.
How long can I stay on the Long-term Standard Visitor visa, 2 years?
up to 6 months per visit. Validity: 2 years.
What can I do on the Long-term Standard Visitor visa, 2 years?
It is for tourism, business, family visit.
Official sources
Checked on November 4, 2026
- GOV.UK: Check when you can get an ETA (updated 9 Apr 2026)
- Immigration Rules: Appendix ETA National List
- Immigration Rules: Appendix Visitor: Visa National List (updated 29 Oct 2026)
- Home Office fees from 8 April 2026
- GOV.UK: Apply for a Standard Visitor visa
- GOV.UK: Get a faster decision
- UK visa requirements for international carriers (updated 3 Aug 2026)
- GOV.UK: Apply for an ETA
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