United Kingdom Visa for Indians 2026: ₹14,030 Fee, 3-6 weeks Processing — Complete Step-by-Step Guide

The United Kingdom Schengen visa for Indian passport holders costs ₹14,030 in government fees with 3-6 weeks standard processing time. Maximum stay: 6 months. One Schengen visa covers all 29 European member states — apply once, access 29 countries plus 11 bonus destinations outside Europe (see our Schengen Bonus Countries guide).

Required documents

1. Passport with 6+ months validity, 2 blank pages
2. Completed application form.
3. Passport-size photographs (check dimensions — every country differs).
4. Bank statements 3-6 months showing steady income.
5. Employer letter on letterhead with name, designation, salary, DOJ, leave dates.
6. ITR for last 2 financial years.
7. Cover letter addressed to the specific consulate.
8. Day-by-day itinerary.
9. Hotel bookings every night.
10. Return flight reservation.
11. Travel insurance minimum €30,000 covering all Schengen states

All previous passports (German, French, Italian consulates require these).

Application process: Book VFS Global appointment 2-4 weeks ahead. Attend for biometrics (10 fingerprints + photo, 30-minute visit). Track via VFS reference number. Processing: 3-6 weeks. Passport delivered via courier. For the complete cost breakdown, see our United Kingdom Cost Guide.

Official government website: gov.uk/standard-visitor Indian Embassy: +44-20-86888148. Emergency: 999. MEA 24/7 Helpline: +91-11-23012964. MADAD app for consular assistance. For practical travel info, see our United Kingdom Practical Guide.

Total with House of Visas: ₹21,899 all-inclusive (government fee + insurance ₹750 + service + GST). We handle everything: personalised checklist, embassy-format application, cover letter, VFS appointment, biometric accompaniment in 8 cities, daily WhatsApp tracking, passport courier delivery. 98% approval rate.

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Apply with House of Visas — end-to-end United Kingdom visa support. houseofvisas.com/visa/united-kingdom