UK Visit Visa validity

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I got five years UK visit visa issued in 15/10/2018 as my plan was to travel in December 2018. Now i postponed my travel to April or maybe will travel in June 2019. I would like to ask is it possible for me to use the visa or i will neet to get a new one. i.e because i did not use the visa for more than 3 months from the issue date does this mean the visa expires? Also is there any specifc period on which i have to use the visa to avoid invalidity?



Best Answer

You are not required to use the UK visa at all.

You may use the visa at any time during the dates of its validity.




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Can I extend my UK visitor visa?

You may be able to extend your stay as long as the total time you spend in the UK is no more than 6 months. You must meet the eligibility requirements and pay the \xa31000 fee. For example, if you have been in the UK for 3 months, you can apply to extend your stay for 3 more months.

How long can a visitor stay in UK in a year?

The visitor is permitted to stay in the UK for a maximum of six months from the date of any given entry (or up to the expiry date on the visa, whichever is soonest).

How long does a visitors visa last?

When you enter the U.S., a customs officer will give you authorization to stay in the U.S. for up to six months. If you'd like to stay for longer, you may be able to apply to extend this for up to one year.

Is the UK 180 day rule per visit or per year?

Visit visas allow stays of no longer than 6 months (or 180 days) per visit. Visit visas can be valid for long term periods (1 year or more), facilitating multiple visits. Additionally, those using visit visas are in general more limited in the activities they are permitted to undertake while in the UK.



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Usually five Years Visa is issued after a going through a strict pipe line i.e checking your income, country ties, travel history and a valid reason for multiple visits. You have the choice when ever you want to departure. Furthermore staying more then 180 days is not fruitful as it will show your wrong intentions. Otherwise its no restriction how many times and when ever you travel but you must have shown a valid income that you can travel so frequently on your own expenses or sponsor.

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