UK Visa from Italy: Complete Application Guide

UK Visa Types for Indian Citizens in Italy

Tourist/Visitor Visa (Standard Visitor Visa)

• Duration: Up to 6 months
• Purpose: Tourism, visiting family, business meetings
• Fee: £100

Student Visa

• Duration: Course length + 4-12 months
• Purpose: Full-time study at UK institution
• Fee: £363

Skilled Worker Visa

• Duration: Up to 5 years
• Purpose: Employment with licensed sponsor
• Fee: £625-1,423

Application Process

Step 1: Determine Your Visa Type

Choose the appropriate visa category based on your travel purpose.

Step 2: Complete Online Application

1. Go to gov.uk/apply-uk-visa
2. Create an account
3. Fill out the application form
4. Pay the visa fee
5. Book biometric appointment

Step 3: Attend Biometric Appointment

Visit the VFS Global center in Rome or Milan:

• Rome: Via Cavour 44
• Milan: Via Dell'Unione 1

Bring:

• Printed application confirmation
• Passport
• Appointment confirmation

Step 4: Submit Documents

• Passport (valid for at least 6 months)
• Recent passport photo
• Proof of finances
• Travel itinerary
• Accommodation booking
• Employment/study proof

Step 5: Wait for Decision

• Standard processing: 3 weeks
• Priority service: 5 working days
• Super priority: 24 hours (when available)

Success Tips

✅ Apply at least 6 weeks before travel ✅ Show strong ties to Italy ✅ Provide clear, consistent financial evidence ✅ Include a cover letter explaining your trip ✅ Don't include unnecessary documents

Refusal Reasons to Avoid

❌ Insufficient financial proof ❌ Unclear purpose of visit ❌ Incomplete application ❌ Previous immigration violations

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