My mom came to visit me in just 2 months after I moved to UK. She stayed here, in the UK, for more than 1.5 months before going back.
The key to getting a visa is keeping it simple and straightforward. It is similar to the PLAB 2 visit visa application.
Remember: Do not lie or show any false documents. Speak the truth and your parents will definately get it
The key to getting a visa is keeping it simple and straightforward. It is similar to the PLAB 2 visit visa application.
Remember: Do not lie or show any false documents. Speak the truth and your parents will definately get it
Category:
- Standard Visit Visa> Tourism
Duration:
- I applied for a 6 month visa as it has lesser chances of being rejected.
- However, if your parents have been to the UK before, you might apply for a longer visa.
- Remember that whether it is a 5 year visa or a 6 month visa, your parents cannot stay in the UK for more than 6 months at a stretch. They must go back to their home country within 6 months.
Documents needed:
- To demonstrate sufficient funds: A copy of your parent's bank account. There is no minimum balance requirement, however it should be sufficient to fund their trip. My mom attached a copy of her bank account.( A joint account of my mom and dad)
- To demonstrate source of those funds:
- A letter from your parent's employer stating their salary
- IT returns certificate.
- To show the reason of her visit: A copy of your NHS id as a proof that you work in UK. ( This is not needed at all)
- To demonstrate ties back home:
- Their jobs.
- A copy of the properties your parents hold in your home country.
- If only either of your parent is travelling, the spouse being back home is a sufficient reason to demonstrate ties.
- Cover letter: As mentioned here.
Note:
- Do not book flight tickets till you get their visa.
- Accommodation: Your parents can stay with you if you have an extra bedroom. If not, that needs to be arranged for and preferably mentioned in your visa application.
- Health care is very costly in UK. Your parents, as visitors, are not entitled for free treatment in the NHS. So do consider getting a health insurance for the duration of their visit.