A UK visa TB test (tuberculosis test) is required for applicants who have lived for 6 months or more in any of around 100 listed countries before applying for a UK visa of more than 6 months. The 2026 guide: country list, IOM-approved clinics, cost, and 6-month certificate validity.
The UK runs a points-based immigration system with separate routes for work, family, study, settlement and visiting. Choosing between them comes down to the applicant's circumstances: who is sponsoring (employer, family or self), the intended length of stay, and the eventual pathway to
A UK visa refusal can be challenged through administrative review, judicial review or a fresh application depending on the route and grounds. This article explains which option fits which refusal and the time limits that apply.
Each UK visa route has its own financial test. Work routes use salary and sometimes maintenance funds; family routes use a minimum income or savings; study routes use course fee and living cost evidence. This article sets out the tests, how they are evidenced and the common pitfalls.
Most UK visa routes require proof of English at level B1 (intermediate) or higher. The requirement can be met by a Secure English Language Test, by nationality, or by holding a qualifying degree taught in English. This article explains the routes' specific thresholds and exemptions.
UK visa applications combine three core costs: the application fee, the Immigration Health Surcharge and any priority service fees. This article breaks down the components by route, explains who is exempt, and lists the smaller add-on fees applicants often miss.
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