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Headed to the beautiful United Kingdom?<\/a> Here\u2019s everything you need to know! South African passport holders generally need a visa to visit the UK. If you’re transiting through the UK on your way to another destination, you may also require a transit visa depending on your itinerary and whether you pass through UK border control.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You will need to start your application online, and then make an appointment for an in-person visit to your nearest UK visa application centre. Most visitor and transit visa applications are processed within 3 weeks, although processing times may be longer during peak periods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Competition Please note this process is applicable to South African passport holders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Types of Visas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Standard Visitor Visa<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

To travel, go on holiday, visit family and friends or do business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\" <\/a>Validity: Up to 6 months per visit.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Visa in Transit<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

To go through border control and leave the airport (en route to another country).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\" Validity: Allows transit through the UK for up to 48 hours.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Direct Airside Transit Visa<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

(DATV)<\/strong> – to change flights without going through border control or leaving the airport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\" Validity: Allows you to remain in the airport’s international transit area while changing flights without passing through UK border control.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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How to Apply For a UK Visa?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The earliest you can make your UK visa application is 3 months before your date of departure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Decide which visa you need on the UK Visas and Immigration website<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Complete the online application<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Pay the application fee online via debit or credit card (print out the receipt)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Book an online appointment at the Visa Application Centre<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Book and attend your appointment at the UK Visa Application Centre, following the instructions provided during your online application.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  6. Purchase additional value services (optional)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  7. Prepare all necessary documents for your appointment (originals and copies)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  8. Attend your appointment to have your biometrics taken<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  9. Collect your passport once the Visa Application Centre notifies you via email<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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    How Much Does a UK Visa Costs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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    Standard Visitor Visa<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Direct Airside Transit Visa<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Visa in Transit<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Important notice:<\/strong> Payments must be made online prior to your appointment. Ensure that you bring a copy of the receipt with you to your interview. Cash payments will not be accepted at the Visa Application Centre.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    \"CompetitionPlease note that prices are subject to change without notice<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    What Are The UK Visa Requirements?<\/h2>\n\n\n\r\n
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