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UK Visa News

Rule changes, fee adjustments, processing time updates and other things worth knowing.

Updated 2026.09.08

2026.09.02 Rules Who Needs UK Entry Pre-Authorisation, and What It Covers Before a short visit, check in advance whether you need pre-authorisation and which purposes of travel it covers.

2026.08.21 Fees Check Visitor Visa Fees as They Stand on the Day You Apply Fees can be revised, so it is safest to check the amount again immediately before you pay.

2026.08.05 Processing times Processing Can Take Longer Than Usual During Peak Season Applications pile up over the summer peak, so decisions can exceed the published timescales - leave extra room in your plans.

2026.07.18 eVisa After Approval, Your Immigration Status Is Viewed in Your Online Account Once approved, you must keep the passport and contact details registered to your account up to date.

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