UK visitor visa guide

Commonly requested as the core identity document for the application.

The confirmation page from the official online application, printed or saved — this documents that you've applied, not evidence that you meet the genuine-visitor requirements on its own.

Often requested with specific UK visa photo specifications.

Recent financial documents showing you have access to the funds you've declared and where that money came from. There is no official fixed minimum balance or statement period — explain any large or unusual recent deposits rather than assuming a set number of months is required.

Often used to show your job, salary, and employer-confirmed leave for the trip. Requested details commonly include your position, salary, employment start date, length of employment, employer-confirmed leave, and employer contact details.

Helps tell a clear, consistent story about your planned visit.

GOV.UK guidance treats a hotel booking by itself as less useful primary evidence — state your intended address and, if staying with a sponsor or host, explain the arrangement and relationship.

GOV.UK guidance treats a purchased flight or reservation as less useful primary evidence — what matters more is stating your intended dates clearly in the application.

Useful if someone in the UK is hosting or supporting you — the letter should explain what support is being provided, how, the sponsor's ability to support both themselves and you, your relationship, and (if relevant) the sponsor's UK immigration status.

If you're applying from a country other than your country of nationality, you commonly need to show your lawful residence status there.

Any supporting document not already in English or Welsh commonly needs a certified translation.

Applications for minors commonly need parental or guardian consent, and evidence of who is responsible for the child during the visit.

Can help show your intention to return home after the trip.