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Check if you need to apply for an Electronic Visa Waiver for the UK?
The UK Electronic Visa Waiver can be obtained online by international travellers who meet the EVW requirements.
Applicants must be citizens of eligible countries and must have a valid passport issued by one of these sovereign states. They must also be travelling for one of the reasons listed below in order to be considered eligible for the UK visa waiver.
UK visa waiver eligible nationalities
Nationals the following countries must apply online to obtain an electronic visa waiver (EVW) online before travelling to the UK
- Kuwait
- Oman
- Qatar
- The United Arab Emirates
UK visa waiver purposes
The UK EVW can be used to enter the United Kingdom for one of the following purposes and stay for up to 6 months:
- Tourism
- Business
- Study
- Medical treatment
How does the EVW work?
The EVW is a visa waiver for the UK, which allows the holder to enter the country visa-free for short stays. It is obtained by completing a simple online form. The terms of the EVW are as follows:
- Valid for a single entry
- Grants a maximum stay of 6 months (180 days) without a visa
- Allows the holder to travel to any of the 4 constituent countries in the UK: England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland
- Also permits the holder to visit the Republic of Ireland for up to 90 days once a holder has cleared immigration in the United Kingdom
As a single-entry visa waiver, a new British EVW must be obtained each time the individual plans to enter the UK for one of the valid reasons listed above.
What documents do we need to process your Visa Waiver
When applying for the Electronic Visa Waiver, it is necessary to have the following items so that the application can be processed:
- Valid passport issued by an eligible country
- Active email address to receive the electronic visa
- Method of payment (credit/debit card) to cover the EVW fee
The online application form for the UK EVW requires applicants to enter a range of information including:
- Full name
- Date of birth
- Passport details
- Reason for entering the UK
To avoid delays and possible rejections, applicants need to make sure that all information is entered accurately.
When can I use the EVW UK to enter the United Kingdom?
Holders of valid passports from the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Qatar and Oman can apply online for a strong British EVW.The visa is valid for trips of up to six months.
Applicants can apply between three months and 48 hours before their trip. Applications are normally processed within 24 hours. Once approved, a link is sent to the applicant which can be used to download a copy of the UK EVW.
The traveller can print a copy of the UK electronic visa waiver to show to the border authorities, along with their passport, upon entry to the UK.
Due to COVID-19, travellers are currently also required to present the QR code issued after completing the UK Public Health Locator Form. The form can easily be submitted when applying for a UK EVW through this website, simply select the option on the payment page.
Travel to the United Kingdom with a UK eVisa
The UK is a fascinating, culturally-rich country with continues to draw visitors for many reasons. William Shakespeare, the Beatles and football offer just a sample of the country’s cultural exports. The picturesque countryside, lively cities, and range of world-class museums and attractions, have to be seen in person.
Each region of the UK has its own unique character and culture, from the quaint country houses and villages of England to the wild Scottish Highlands.
The online application is straightforward to complete and applications are normally processed within 24 hours. Once approved, a link is sent to the application which can be used to download a copy of the UK EVW.
Questions and answers:
The UK electronic visa waiver (EVW UK) is a form of travel authorisation which allows citizens from the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Qatar and Oman to enter the UK. The application is completed online, which eradicates the need to obtain a visa from a UK visa application centre.
Visitors can use it to enter the UK tourism, business, studying or medical treatment for periods of up to six months.
To obtain a UK EVW, eligible citizens can complete the straightforward application form. Applicants need to have a valid passport from one of the eligible countries and a credit or debit card to pay the visa fee.
Once the application has been submitted and approved, a link is sent to the applicant which can be used to download the UK EVW
It is recommended to apply for a UK EVW at least a week before travelling to the country. It is possible to apply any time between 3 months and 48 hours prior to the trip to the UK and most applications are processed within 24 hours. However, in case of the unlikely event of delays, it is advisable not to apply at the last possible moment.
The UK EVW is a single entry visa waiver, allowing the holder to travel to the country once.
Each traveller, regardless of age, needs to have their own travel authorisation. A child cannot be included on their parent’s or any other adult’s UK EVW. An adult can complete the UK EVW application on a child’s behalf.
Yes, all UK eVisa registrations use secure servers. Personal information is protected through encryption and will only be kept for as long as it is necessary.
All personal data is subject to our Privacy Policy. It is confidential and will not be shared with any third parties.
A UK EVW is a single-use visa which is valid for stays of up to six months and expires after the six-month duration has run out or if the visitor leaves the country.
A UK EVW cannot be used to reenter the UK. If a visitor leaves it is necessary to apply for another eVisa to return to the UK.
It is not possible to extend the UK EVW. Travellers must leave the country and apply for a new Electronic Visa Waiver for the United Kingdom.
Applications for the UK EVW are usually processed within 24 hours, although processing times may vary depending on factors such as the current volume of applications and the presence of any errors or inconsistencies in the information provided. It is important to make sure that all the answers on the application form are accurate before submitting it.