UK Visa Info
| Visa Type | Single |
| Processing | Min. 30 Business Days |
| Visa Fee | PHP 8,000.00 |
| Processing Fee | PHP 4,500.00 |
| Notes |
Step by Step Guide
UK Visa Requirements
General Requirements
- Duly accomplished and signed application form
- Two passport sized colored picture with white background (must be taken within the last 6 months; do not staple the photos on the form)
- Original passport (must be 6 months valid beyond intended stay and must have at least two blank pages)
- Copy of passport data page
- Original copy of previous visas and arrival stamps for the past 5 years
- Travel insurance covering the entire duration of the trip to the Schengen area (only accredited insurance companies are accepted; minimum coverage of 30,000 euros, non-deductible must cover emergency medical expenses, hospital treatment and repatriation for medical reasons or death)
- Round trip flight booking confirmation
- Hotel booking confirmation
- Daily travel itinerary
- Copy of proof of civil status (marriage certificate, birth certificate of children, death certificate of spouse, ration card if applicable)
- Original bank certificate with receipt and addressed to the embassy and bank statement for the last 6 months transactions
Additional Requirements
Employees
- Original employment certificate with leave of absence (must include applicant’s position, date hired, salary, date of return to work)
- Pay slips
- Copy of PRC/IBP ID (if professional)
- Copy of company ID
- Copy of recent personal income tax return
Businessmen
- Copy of business registration (DTI or SEC)
- Copy of business permit or mayor’s permit
- Copy of income tax return
- Copy of financial statements
Students/Minors
- Proof of enrollment
- Copy of school ID
- Leave of absence from school (if travelling while classes are ongoing)
- Consent form (signed by both parents, allowing the child to travel)
Retiree
- Copy of senior citizen card or retirement documents
Foreign Nationals
- Copy of alien certificate of registration (ACR)
- Copy of international card residence (ICR)
- Re-entry permit
If company will shoulder trip
- Guarantee letter from company
- Original bank certificate and bank statements of the company (latest 6 months)
- Copy of business documents and ITR of the company
Frequently Asked Questions – FAQs
How can I submit my Visa Application Form and Required Documents?
You may head directly to our office and submit your documents.
Is personal appearance required?
It depends on what Visa you are applying for. Some application does not require personal appearance.
Do I need to submit my passport?
Yes, you will need to submit your SIGNED, ORIGINAL, VALID PASSPORT. Please also submit old passport with VALID Visa.
My passport is missing/damaged/full.
Please contact DFA-OCA.
Do I need to submit original documents?
In most cases, you have to submit original documents, unless indicated that only copy is required.
I am lacking a few additional requirements, will you still accept my documents?
In most cases, we do not accept incomplete requirements. However, if you will still insist that we proceed with your application In spite of the high chance that the embassy will reject/deny this application due to improper/lacking documents, then please request to sign for a waiver so we can proceed.
Do you Guarantee Visa Approval?
Approval or Denial of Visa application is upon the discretion of the Embassy and its consuls.
Can I cancel my visa application, how much refund will I receive?
All visa fees and processing fees are final and non-refundable.
Will you return my documents after application?
Aside from your passport, all documents submitted and accepted by the embassy will not be returned.
How will I receive my passport after visa application?
- If the applicant will receive the passport, please bring valid ID.
- If a representative will receive passport, please bring authorization letter with signature, copy of applicant ID, and representative valid ID.
- You may also opt to receive via courier. The courier/delivery fee is charged to the applicant.