How much does a UK visa cost?
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Last modified on March 11, 2025 at 6:10 pmUK Visa Fees 2025
If you wish to come to the UK and you need a visa, you will be required to pay an application fee as part of the process.
The cost of the total fee depends on the type of visa, where you are applying from, and whether you are required to pay additional costs (such as the immigration healthcare surcharge, biometric residence permits, and any visa application centre costs).
The list of visa application costs is current and includes some of the most popular visa categories, as well as sponsor licence and citizenship fees.
If you need a trusted legal expert to assist with your application, contact us for a confidential discussion about how we can help you.
This table lists the most common visa fees and the application costs (made inside or outside the UK).
UK Visa Costs 2025
The following is a summary of the cost of the main immigration categories to obtain a UK visa.
| Visa type | Application made outside the UK | Application made in the UK |
| Spouse / Civil Partner / Unmarried Partner / Fiance / Parent / Child | £1,938 | £1,321 |
| Adult Dependent | £3,413 | £1,321 |
| Student | £524 | £524 |
| Graduate | £880 | £880 |
| Visitor - for up to 6 months | £127 | £127 |
| Visitor in Transit | Airside - £39 Landside - £70 | Airside - £39 Landside - £70 |
| Ancestry | £682 | £682 |
| British National (Overseas) | 2.5 years - £193 5 years - £268 | 2.5 years - £193 5 years - £268 |
| Skilled Worker (up to 3 years) | £769 If on the Immigration Salary List - £590 | £885 If on the Immigration Salary List - £590 |
| Skilled Worker (more than 3 years) | £1,519 If on the Immigration Salary List - £1,160 | £1,751 If on the Immigration Salary List - £1,160 |
| Health and Care Worker (up to 3 years) | £304 | £304 |
| Health and Care Worker (more than 3 years) | £590 | £590 |
| Temporary Work (Seasonal Worker, Government Authorised Exchange, Creative Worker, Religious Worker, Charity Worker, International Agreement) | £319 | £319 |
| Overseas Domestic Worker | £682 | £682 |
| Senior or Specialist Worker (up to 3 years) | £885 | £885 |
| Senior or Specialist Worker (more than 3 years) | £1,751 | £1,751 |
| Global Business Mobility (Graduate Trainee, Secondment Worker, Service Supplier, Expansion Worker | £319 | £319 |
| International Sportsperson (up to 12 months) | £319 | £319 |
| International Sportsperson (more than 12 months) | £769 | £885 |
| Minister of Religion | £769 | £885 |
| Representative of an Overseas Business | £769 | £885 |
| Scale-up | £880 | £880 |
| Innovator Founder | £1,274 | £1,590 |
| Global Talent | £766 | £766 |
| Indefinite leave to remain | £3,029 | £3,029 |
Immigration healthcare surcharge fees 2025
Some people may be required to pay the immigration healthcare surcharge (IHS) as part of their immigration application.
The IHS is a fee that immigrants pay to cover the cost of use of the National Health Service (NHS) in the UK.
There are still additional costs for some services, including prescriptions, dental treatment, and eye tests.
In general, those who are applying for a stay in the UK of longer than 6 months (or, alternatively, if a person is extending their stay while in the UK) will be required to pay the surcharge, even if they hold private medical insurance.
A full list of who must pay the IHS is available on the Gov.uk website. If you hold a visitor visa and you intend to enter the UK, you will not need to pay the charge.
The cost of the immigration healthcare surcharge is as follows:
| Visa type | Immigration healthcare surcharge (per year) |
| Student | £776 |
| Youth Mobility Scheme Applicant | £776 |
| Visa and immigration applicants aged under 18 | £776 |
| All other visa and immigration applications | £1035 |
In most cases, dependents will pay the same fee as the main applicant. The exact fee depends on the length of leave you are granted.
You must pay the fee as part of your application. If you fail to pay, your application may be denied.
Priority Processing Fees 2025
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Priority Processing for decision in 5 working days | £500 |
| Super Priority Processing for decision in 2 working days | £1000 |
Other Fees 2025
| Fee Type | Estimated Cost (GBP) | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Tuberculosis (TB) Test | £50 - £100 | Required for applicants from specific countries staying over six months. |
| English Language Test | £150 - £250 | Approved tests like IELTS, PTE, or TOEFL, depending on provider. |
| Life in the UK Test | £50 | Required for ILR and citizenship applicants. |
| Biometric Enrollment Fee | £19 | Required for all visa applications at UK Visa Application Centers. |
| Document Translation | £20 - £85 per page | Required for non-English or Welsh documents. Cost varies by provider. |
| Legal Fees | £100 - £2,000+ | Optional; fees vary from basic document-checking to full application assistance or appeals. |
| Priority Service Fee | £500 | For expedited processing in 5 working days. |
| Super Priority Service Fee | £1,000 | For processing in 2 working days. |
Sponsorship Costs 2025
Since the changes to the UK immigration system, employers must now apply for sponsor licences if they wish to hire employees from the EU (as well as non-EEA employees).
The sponsor licence application is a complex process and it is vital that employers follow all the guidelines to ensure that their application is accepted.
The fee for a sponsor licence depends on whether the applicant is a small or large organisation, and what category of organisation it is.
Below is a table of the 2025 sponsorship application costs for employers of overseas workers:
| Type of Sponsor Licence | Fee for small or charitable sponsors | Fee for medium or large sponsors | |
| Worker | £574 | £1,579 | |
| Temporary Worker | £574 | £574 | £1,579 |
| Add a Worker licence to an existing Temporary Worker licence | No fee | £1,005 | |
| Add a Temporary Worker licence to an existing Worker licence | No fee | No fee |
Approximately 80% of applications will be decided within eight weeks. As part of the decision-making process, UK Visas and Immigration may conduct on-site visits to your business.
In some cases, it may be possible to pay an extra £500 for an expedited decision (within 5 working days).
It is important to submit a thorough and comprehensive application that is error-free to comply with the Home Office’s guidance. If not, your application could be refused or rejected.
Indefinite leave to remain (ILR) Application Fee 2025
| Application Type | Fees |
| Indefinite leave to remain (main applicants and dependents) | £3,029 |
| Priority Visa service – Settlement | £500 |
| Super Priority Visa service | £1000 |
Naturalisation and British Citizenship Costs 2025
Applying for British citizenship is one of the most important choices a person can make. In many cases, people will make the decision if they have held indefinite leave to remain for at least one year, and they fulfil the other requirements (including the minimum years of residency requirement).
It currently costs £1,500 to apply for the naturalisation process that leads to British citizenship. However, there are a number of other associated costs.
If you are submitting your citizenship application to the Home Office, you should ensure that you are fully aware of all the costs involved.
Below are the current British citizenship fees for 2025:
| Category type | Fee |
| Naturalisation | £1,605 |
| Naturalisation (British overseas territory citizens) | £1,070 |
| Nationality registration as a British citizen – adult | £1,446 |
| Nationality registration as a British citizen – child | £1,214 |
| The arrangement of a citizenship ceremony (including the administration of a citizenship oath and pledge at the ceremony) | £130 |
| The administration of a citizenship oath, or oath and pledge where the oath, or oath and pledge, are not administered at a citizenship ceremony or by a justice of the peace | £5 |
| Nationality registration – British overseas territory citizen, British overseas citizens, British Subjects, British protected persons – adult | £964 |
| Nationality registration – British overseas territory citizen, British overseas citizens, British Subjects, British protected persons – child | £810 |
| Renunciation of nationality | £589 |
| Nationality review | £482 |
| Status letter | £459 |
| Non-acquisition letter | £459 |
| Nationality correction to certificate | £428 |
| Nationality – supply of a certified copy of a notice, certificate, order or declaration | £428 |
Are UK Visa Fees Refundable?
UK visa fees are generally non-refundable. Once the payment has been made, it cannot be reclaimed, even if the application is withdrawn or refused.
What Payment Methods Are Available?
Payment methods for UK visa applications vary by country, but typically include:
- Credit/Debit Cards: Visa, MasterCard, and American Express are commonly accepted.
- Bank Transfers: Available in some countries for direct payments.
- Online Payment Systems: Some visa application centers may accept payments through platforms like PayPal or local payment gateways.
How can IAS help with your visa application?
When it comes to making immigration applications, IAS is well-positioned to help you throughout the whole process.
One of our experienced immigration lawyers will work directly with you to outline all the costs involved in your application. As each case is different, we will explain exactly what is involved based on your individual circumstances.
Some of the additional costs include providing your biometric information, proving your English language levels (where relevant), or the Life in the UK test (where relevant).
We also ensure that your documents are accompanied by certified translations so that you can be confident in submitting your application and meeting the eligibility requirements.
If you have any doubts about the process, reach out to our friendly advisers for a discussion about your specific needs.
Many of these applications will have a number of routes that may suit your circumstances more and will therefore come with a slightly different cost.
For an accurate price on Home Office fees for your intended application for a visa UK, contact one of our expert immigration lawyers, located in areas across the UK, including London, Birmingham and Manchester, today on 0333 363 8577.
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