The UK 5 Year Standard Visitor Visa to the UK is a long-term visa for people who need to travel to the UK regularly for an extended period of time, such as tourism, visiting family and friends, business trips or certain short period of study. The visa is valid for five years and entitles you to multiple entries during the validity period. On each visit, you get to stay in the UK for up to 180 days.
At Alla Visum you can get help with your application for the UK 5 Year Standard Visitor Visa to the UK. We help you check the data, reduce the risk of errors and ensure that your application is handled correctly before travel. You can easily start the application online, fill out the form, upload documents, and get help throughout the process.
About UK 5 Year Standard Visitor Visa to UK
The UK 5 Year Standard Visitor Visa is a visitor visa that allows you to travel to the UK multiple times over a five-year period without having to apply for a new visa before each trip.
The visa is used by people who regularly travel to the UK for tourism, family visits, business trips or other permitted visitor purposes. It is a visa and not an electronic travel authorization like ETA.
The visa is particularly suitable for people who are not eligible for the ETA due to their nationality or who require a visitor visa due to their individual situation and the purpose of the trip.
The application must be made before departure to the UK. In most cases, the applicant will also need to provide biometric data at a visa centre.
The visa is valid for five years from the date of issue and is a Multiple Entry visa. During the validity period, you can travel in and out of the UK several times. On each visit, you get to stay in the UK for up to 180 days. The visa cannot be extended inside the UK.
You will need the following documents to apply:
- Completed visa application
- Copy of passport information page
- The passport must be valid at least 6 months after the date of entry
- Visa photo
- Documents proving the purpose of the trip
- Documents showing that you have sufficient financial means for your stay
- Documents proving ties to the country of origin
The UK can change visa rules and document requirements at short notice. It is therefore important to check the current rules before submitting the application.
UK 5 Year Standard Visitor Visa Rules
Important rules to know:
- The visa is valid for five years from the date of issue
- The visa is a Multiple Entry visa
- You can stay in the UK for up to 180 days per visit
- The visa is intended for tourism, visits to family and friends, business trips and some short studies
- The visa does not give you the right to work in the UK
- Longer studies require a student visa
- The final decision is always made by UK immigration authorities
- The visa cannot be extended inside the UK
Are you a Swedish citizen?
If you are travelling regularly to the UK for several years, a 5-year visitor visa can be a practical option as you do not have to apply for a new visa before each trip during the validity of the visa.
If you are unsure whether the ETA is sufficient for your situation or if you need a visitor's visa, Alla Visum will help you assess which entry permit is best for you. We also help you with document control and the entire application process.
If you have questions about visas to the UK, we recommend that you contact All Visas. The UK Embassy in Stockholm does not handle visa applications directly from the public.
Embassy of Sweden in United Kingdom
The Embassy of Sweden in London primarily assists Swedish citizens with consular matters, such as applying for a passport, national ID card and other citizenship-related issues. If you have any questions about the UK Standard Visitor Visa and entry permit to the UK, please feel free to contact All Visas. We are happy to help you with information, document control and the entire application process.
United Kingdom embassy in Sweden
The UK Embassy in Stockholm does not process the UK 5 Year Standard Visitor Visa and does not accept visa applications directly from the general public. By using Alla Visum, you get personal help throughout the process, from document inspection to completed application, which reduces the risk of errors, delays and unnecessary additions.
If you have questions about visas to the UK, we recommend that you contact All Visas. The UK Embassy in Stockholm does not handle visa applications directly from the public.
What happens next
- 1.Complete your order by making the payment.
- 2.Each traveler receives an email with a link to fill in their application form and upload the required documents.
- 3.We review your application and contact you if any details or documents need to be completed.
- 4.When your application is ready, we send your visa by email or post, according to the delivery option you chose.
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FAQ UK 5 Year Standard Visitor Visa to United Kingdom
The UK 5-Year Standard Visitor Visa is a long-term visa that allows you to enter the UK multiple times over a five-year period. You can stay in the UK for up to 6 months per visit, provided you comply with the visa conditions.
Individuals who regularly travel to the UK for tourism, business trips, family visits, short studies, or other permitted visits can apply for a 5-year Standard Visitor Visa, provided they meet the UK immigration requirements and can demonstrate that they are genuine visitors.
The visa is valid for 5 years and allows multiple entries. Each individual visit may be a maximum of 6 months. The visa does not give the right to live permanently in the UK or to use repeat visits as a means of settling there.
Yes, the visa is a Multiple Entry visa, which means that you can travel in and out of the UK multiple times during the duration of the visa. However, each entry is assessed separately by the border authorities.
All Visas offer assistance with the UK 5-Year Standard Visitor Visa. The price is displayed when you fill in your basic information and start your order. The final price depends on the level of service you choose and whether any additional services are needed. UK government fees apply according to current rules.
The application is made online before departure. Next, you will book a visit to a Visa Application Centre where you will provide biometric data and any documents required.
Common documents are a valid passport, completed visa application, travel plan, information about accommodation, financial documentation showing that you can finance the trip, documents proving the purpose of the visit and documents proving your connection to your home country. Additional documents may be required depending on your situation.
Yes, most applicants need to visit a Visa Application Centre to provide fingerprints and a digital photograph as part of the application process.
The processing time for a Standard Visitor Visa is approximately 3 weeks after biometric data has been submitted. The processing time may vary depending on the country, the season and whether additional information is needed. Priority services may be available in some application locations.
You can apply up to 3 months before your planned trip. It is recommended to apply well in advance to avoid delays before departure.
No. A Standard Visitor Visa does not entitle you to work or pursue employment in the UK. Only certain restricted business activities and other specifically permitted activities are permitted under the UK visa rules.
Yes, short-term studies are allowed under certain conditions, but the visa is not intended for long-term or full-time studies.
A 5-year Standard Visitor Visa cannot be used to stay longer than the permitted length of stay per visit. If you need to stay longer, you must meet the conditions for a possible extension or apply for another visa if the rules allow it. Decisions are always made by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI).
No. A valid visa entitles you to travel to the UK, but the final decision on entry is always made by border control on arrival. You may be required to show documents proving the purpose of your trip.
Yes. All Visas will help you through the entire application process, review your documents, help you complete the application correctly and ensure that the documentation meets the requirements of the authorities before submitting the application. If additional information is needed, we will also help you during the processing.
Yes. Every traveller, including children, needs their own visa application and their own visa if their nationality requires a visa to enter the UK.
Exceeding the permitted period of stay may affect future visa applications and result in you being denied entry to the UK. It is important to leave the country before the end of the permitted period of stay.
What happens next
- 1.Complete your order by making the payment.
- 2.Each traveler receives an email with a link to fill in their application form and upload the required documents.
- 3.We review your application and contact you if any details or documents need to be completed.
- 4.When your application is ready, we send your visa by email or post, according to the delivery option you chose.
UK 5 Year Standard Visitor Visa
Valid for
5 years
Number of entries
Multiple entries
Max stay
180 days after arrival
Requirements for UK 5 Year Standard Visitor Visa to United Kingdom
- Copy of passport information page
- Visa photo
- Proof of funding
- Documents proving ties to the country of origin
- Itinerary