United Kingdom

Indian passport holders must apply for a Standard Visitor visa online before travelling to the UK

Earliest application allowed is 3 months before travel date

Alternative: Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) may be available for some nationalities; check eligibility

If previously refused entry to UK or have a criminal record, applying for visa is recommended even if not required

Long-term Standard Visitor visa option available for frequent visitors

Visitor in Transit visa (£74.50) available if only transiting through UK

Cannot engage in paid or unpaid work unless it is a permitted paid engagement

Cannot claim public funds (benefits)

Cannot marry or register civil partnership on Standard Visitor visa