Apply For Uk Visa In The Us
A UK visa is a permit that allows citizens of foreign countries to travel to UK. This will make sure that its holder will only do what the visa has so clearly stipulated. The visas are also used to keep track with all the visitors who come from around the world. These permits can be extended but only if there are more concerns regarding it, like when the person doesn’t leave within the stipulated time frame or is not following the rules stated within his/her visa, then he might get added on the no-entry list or be forbidden from entering again.
A UK visa is only issued to non-U.S. citizens visiting the U.S. for a temporary stay of no longer than six months, so as a non-U.S. citizen you must apply for a visitor’s visa (also known as a B1/B2 Visa, or simply tourist visa). Entering the country on any other type of visa is an Immigration offense and may result in deportation, denial to re-enter the country, and/or fines up to $3,000 or more.
As an international student in the Unites States of America, you want to stay and work here permanently. If a bachelor’s degree is not yet completed, then you will first need to apply for a study permit (if outside of Canada). The purpose of the study permit is to allow foreign students to study at a Canadian post-secondary institution.
Attending an ASC
You can only attend your ASC appointment on your scheduled date and time. If you arrive on a different date or time, you will not be processed. Do not arrive more than 15 minutes prior to your scheduled appointment.
When you visit the ASC for your biometric appointment, you must take your current passport and a copy of your appointment confirmation letter, which will be sent by VFS Global when you book your appointment.
Mobile phones, cameras, and other recording devices are not permitted inside the ASC.
When arriving at the ASC, you must:
- wear a face covering. Face coverings will not be provided to applicants. All individuals not wearing a face covering will not be allowed entry
- not bring additional individuals or family members with you to your appointment. Only interpreters, attorneys, or those providing needed assistance to you will be permitted to accompany you
- follow social distancing guidance when you arrive, such as sitting and standing apart from others
- not come to your appointment if you are sick or start to feel symptoms of being sick. If you or someone with you appears ill during your appointment, the ASC may require that you reschedule your appointment
- check the operating status of our offices on the day of your appointment
Visa application process for children under 5
Children under the age of 5 applying for a UK visa from within the United States must attend an appointment at an ASC or a PAC. At the appointment, they will have their photograph taken but will not be required to provide their fingerprints