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It seems that UK visa prices are always changing. With this in mind, we have pulled together the most recent UK visa prices across all categories. These rates are accurate as of April 2025. We will continually update this article as prices change so that you always have a reliable source of information.
In this guide, we will not only cover UK visa fees, but we will also look at additional fees you may face, such as the Immigration Health Surcharge. If you are a UK employer hiring workers from overseas, we have also included the latest prices for UK visa sponsorship. And finally, if you hope to take the path to citizenship, we have also listed the relevant latest fees.
Bookmark this page if you want to know the latest UK visa fees and upcoming changes that might impact you. Knowing when visa fee increases are expected can save you a lot of money if you are applying for your first visa or renewing an existing visa.
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UK Visa Fees in 2025
Below you will find the latest visa fees for a wide range of visa categories:
| Visa type | Application from outside the UK | Application from inside the UK |
| Family Visas (Spouse, Partner, Fiance, Child, Parent) | £1,846 | £1,258 |
| Family Visas (Adult Dependent) | £3,250 | £1,258 |
| Student | £524 | £524 |
| Graduate | NA | £880 |
| Visitor (6 months) | £127 | £1,100 |
| Visitor in Transit (landside) | £70 | £70 |
| Visitor in Transit (airside) | £39 | £39 |
| Permitted Paid Engagement Visitor | £127 | NA |
| Ancestry | £682 | £1,258 |
| British Overseas National Living in Hong Kong (2 years and 6 months) | £193 | £193 |
| British Overseas National Living in Hong Kong (5 years) | £268 | £268 |
| Skilled Worker Visa (Up to 3 years) | £769 | £885 |
| Skilled Worker Visa (More than 3 years) | £1,519 | £1,751 |
| Health and Care Worker Visa (Up to 3 years) | £284 | £284 |
| Health and Care Worker Visa (More than 3 years) | £551 | £551 |
| Temporary Worker | £298 | £298 |
| Overseas Domestic Worker | £682 | NA |
| Senior or Specialist Worker visa (Global Business Mobility)– Up to 3 years | £769 | £885 |
| Senior or Specialist Worker visa (Global Business Mobility)– More than 3 years | £1,519 | £1,751 |
| Expansion Worker visa (Global Business Mobility) | £298 | £298 |
| International Sportsperson (up to 12 months) | £298 | £298 |
| International Sportsperson (more than 12 months) | £769 | £885 |
| Minister of Religion | £769 | £885 |
| Representative of an Overseas Business | £769 | £885 |
| Scale-up Worker visa | £822 | £822 |
| Innovator Founder visa | £1,274 | £1,590 |
| Global Talent | £766 | £766 |
| Indefinite leave to remain | – | £3,029 |
Priority Processing Fees
Sometimes, you might be in a hurry and need a decision on your visa application faster than the stated timescales. In this case, you can choose to apply for priority processing.
How much this costs will depend on where you are applying from and your visa category. There are also fees associated with checking the status of your application and submitting queries to the relevant department.
Optional Services from Outside the UK:
| Premium service | Cost |
| Priority Visa service – Settlement | £500 |
| Priority Visa service – Non-settlement | £500 |
| Super Priority Visa service | £1,000 |
| International Contact Centre – Email Service (per query) | £2.74 |
| International Contact Centre – Telephone Helpline (per minute) | £0.69 |
Optional Premium Services Inside the UK:
| Premium service | Cost |
| Super priority service | £1,000 |
| Expedited processing – priority service | £500 |
Immigration Health Surcharge
In addition to your visa application fee, many applicants will also need to pay the immigration health surcharge (IHS). This is an additional fee that covers the use of the National Health Service (NHS) while in the UK.
This fee must be paid before the Home Office process your application. If you fail to pay this fee, they might cancel your application.
The Current Immigration Health Surcharge is as Follows:
- Student visa: £776 per year
- Youth Mobility Scheme visa £776 per year
- Visa applicants aged 18 and under: £776 per year
- All other visa applicants: £1,035 per year
You will pay the full amount for the duration of your visa upfront. You cannot pay on an annual basis.
Cost of Becoming a UK Visa Sponsor
If you would like to expand your UK workforce with overseas workers, you will need to become a UK visa sponsor. Various fees apply to this process.
The current costs of a UK visa sponsor licence are as follows:
| Type of licence | Fee for small or charitable sponsor | Fee for medium or large sponsor |
| Worker | £574 | £1,579 |
| Temporary Worker | £574 | £574 |
| Worker and Temporary Worker | £574 | £1,579 |
| Add a Worker licence to an existing Temporary Worker licence | No fee | £1,005 |
| Add a Temporary Worker licence to an existing Worker licence | No fee | No fee |
In addition to your sponsor licence fee, you will also need to pay the following fees:
- Certificate of sponsorship: £239 per applicant
- Immigration skills charge: Varies, depending on the size of the organisation and the length of the contract.
| Period | Fee for small or charitable sponsor | Fee for medium or large sponsor |
| First 12 months | £364 | £1,000 |
| Each additional 6 months | £182 | £500 |
Citizenship Fees
If you have been in the UK for long enough and meet the eligibility criteria, you may choose to apply for British Citizenship. This will grant you the right to a UK passport and full protection of your right to live in the UK. It can be a momentous occasion for many people.
| British Citizenship Category | Fee |
| Citizenship by naturalisation | £1,605 |
| Citizenship by naturalisation (British overseas territory citizens) | £1,070 |
| Citizenship by registration (adult) | £1,446 |
| Citizenship by registration (child) | £1,214 |
| Renunciation of British citizenship | £482 |
Get Immigration Assistance
Refer to this fee schedule, which is updated as of April 2025, before you start any UK visa or immigration application. Bookmark it so you’ll always spot fee changes right away. When it comes to UK immigration, thorough paperwork makes a big difference. That’s why talking with an immigration specialist can be so helpful. At A Y & J Solicitors, we guide you through each step on all visa and immigration matters.
At A Y & J Solicitors, we have handled over 100s of successful UK visa and immigration applications. With a 95% success rate, we have achieved an overall track record of 5,000+ successful immigration and visa cases through our result-driven approach to every application. We take on each client with the genuine intention to provide our undivided care and attention to their case. We guide you through every step of your immigration process, so you can trust the experts to manage your application and work toward your success.
Why A Y & J Solicitors?
With over thousands of successful immigration cases to our name, A Y & J Solicitors has built its reputation on trust, care, and real results. Over the 15+ years of working in UK immigration law, we’ve helped individuals and businesses confidently navigate sponsor licences, UK visas, and ILR applications. We’re proud to be recognised by The Legal 500, but it’s our clients’ peace of mind that matters most. When you work with us, you get clear advice, honest support, and a team that’s truly on your side.
How Can A Y & J Help?
A Y & J Solicitors is a specialist immigration law firm with extensive experience with UK visa applications. We have an in-depth understanding of immigration law and are professional and results-focused. For assistance with your visa application or any other UK immigration law concerns, please contact us on +44 20 7404 7933 or contact us today. We’re here to help!
