How long does it take to collect your visa from UK embassy?

How long does it take to collect your visa from UK embassy?

Visit the UK Standard visitor visa applications are currently taking on average 6 weeks to process. We are working hard to process applications to get back to the 3-week service standard.

How do I know if my UK visa has been granted?

Once your visa has been granted you will be given a letter confirming this and a vignette (sticker) in your passport. If your application was for a visa that is six months or less then this vignette will be valid for your stay in the UK.

How many days it will take to get passport after visa stamping?

It takes around 2-3 calendar days after the interview to get the passport and visa delivered.

What does your UK visa application is ready for collection mean?

VFS will inform you when your documents are ready for collection, then you can collect your documents and your visa from the visa application centre where you made your application and to collect your documents you will need to bring your receipt.

How can I track my VFS visa application UK?

Following are the methods to track your application:

  1. Website: Click here for applications lodged on or after 02 November 2019.
  2. Web chat: Chat Now
  3. Email: Send an email to [email protected].
  4. Helpline Number: +442036033860.
  5. Visit the Visa Application Centre to track your application.

How long does VFS keep your passport?

In general, the decision is taken within 5 working days from the date of application . If, however, you are requested to submit additional documentation or come for an interview, the decision process may be longer.

What is the time to collect passport from VFS?

Passport Collection Time at the Visa Application Centre has been changed. IMPORTANT- Passport Collection Time at the Visa Application Centre has been changed from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm every working day due to the impact of Covid-19. Kindly Note: No Nose Mask No Entry at the Visa Application Centre.

What does it mean visa ready for collection?

Only when the status shows “ready for pick up”, it means you can go to the Aramex location you have chosen to pick up your passport. Please do not go to your delivery location if your status does not show “ready for pick up” as it means your passport has not reached its final destination for pick up.

What does ready collection mean?

Your DVD player is ready for collection. [ = you can come and get your DVD player because it’s been repaired, etc.] 2. The pizza you ordered is ready for collection. [ = you can come here to the pizzeria and get the pizza you ordered.]

How does VFS 2 Way courier work?

2 Way Courier Have your documents delivered quickly and safely to the Visa Application Centre, and then back to you. We’ll arrange the return of your documents and passports to the Visa Application Centre, and then back to you – at a time and location of your choosing.

Does the British Embassy in Bangkok facilitate the visa application?

The British Embassy in Bangkok does not directly facilitate the visa application in Thailand. The VFS UK Thailand visa application center in Bangkok accepts applications for all visa categories and is officially authorized by the UK Visa and Immigration.

What is a UK Spouse Visa for Thailand?

A UK Spouse Visa that allows a legal spouse or unmarried partner of UK citizens or permanent residents (mainly those with indefinite leave to remain) to immigrate to the UK. The other visa types that the VFS UK in Thailand include are the business visa, work visa, and the student visas. UK Visa Applications are Processed by VFS Thailand

Where can I scan my visa documents in Thailand?

If you applied for the visa online you can upload your documents yourself when you book your appointment, or bring your supporting documents and use the Document Scanning Assistance service at the VFS. Where is VFS Thailand? The VFS Thailand is located at Trendy Building 28th Floor, 10 Sukhumvit 13, Khlong Toei, Bangkok 10110 Thailand.

What is UK visa application center?

What is Visa Application Center? UK Visa Application Center is a collection point for your documents and to take biometrics (e.g. fingerprints). The UK Visa Application Center transfers your documents to the UK Embassy in Thailand together with your biometric data.