Who needs a VAF1A form?
This form is used by the individuals who want to apply for the United Kingdom Standard Visitor visa as a tourist. If the individual wants to visit the United Kingdom to see their relatives or on business, they should use form VAF1B and VAF1C correspondingly.
What is the purpose of the VAF1A form?
The UK Border Agency examines all information on this form and takes a decision on applicant’s request for a visa. The applicant should note that the Border Agency reserves the right to make a decision on the application without involving them to the interview. There are penalties for giving false information or false documents — a bearer will be forbidden to visit the United Kingdom for the next ten years, so an applicant should be careful filling out the document to avoid such consequences. The form provides the detailed information about the applicant, his family, finance and employment, travel history and travel program in the UK. The applicant’s aim is to assure the Entry Clearance Officer that he will stay in the UK only for the specified period.
What other documents must accompany the VAF1A form?
The visa application is accompanied by a number of supporting documents and evidence, such as current passport, evidence of financial support during the trip, photo, etc. The list of these documents can be found here https://www.gov.uk/standard-visitor-visa/documents-you-must-provide. The applicant must also pay the visa fee.
When is the VAF1A form due?
This form should be submitted not earlier than three months before the travel. The decision on the visa will be ready in three weeks. This type of visa allows staying in the UK for up to 6 months.
What information should be provided in the VAF1A form?
The application form contains the following parts:
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Information about the applicant
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Passport information
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Contact details
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Information about the family
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Finances and employment information
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Information about the previous applications and travel history
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Information about the visit
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Declaration (signed and dated by the applicant)
Where do I send the VAF1A form?
The completed application is submitted to the United Kingdom Visa application center in your country.