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
- Go to gov.uk/apply-uk-visa
- Create an account
- Fill out the application form
- Pay the visa fee
- 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
Official Websites
| Resource | Website |
|---|---|
| UK Visa Application | www.gov.uk/apply-uk-visa |
| VFS Global (Italy) | www.vfsglobal.co.uk/it/en |
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