Documents checklist for a UK Standard Visitor visa

For a UK Standard Visitor visa you generally need a valid passport, evidence of funds (bank statements), proof of your employment or study, your travel and accommodation plans, and evidence of ties to your home country. Exact documents depend on your circumstances.

Reviewed 9 April 2025By the Visarly editorial team

Important: This guide is educational, not legal or immigration advice. Rules can change. Always confirm current requirements on GOV.UK before applying.

Core documents

A passport valid for your whole stay, recent bank statements, and a letter confirming your employment or study status and approved leave.

Supporting documents

Travel and accommodation bookings or an invitation letter, and evidence of ties to your home country such as property, family or ongoing commitments.

Only submit documents that are relevant, legible and consistent with your application.

Rules referenced

Appendix V: Visitor, V 2.1 & V 4.2
Valid travel document and supporting evidence requirements.

Read Appendix V on GOV.UK Supporting documents guide

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to submit all my documents?

Submit the documents relevant to your circumstances. Quality and consistency matter more than volume.