UK Visa Types Guide

Comprehensive overview of UK visa categories for Indian nationals.

Work Visas

Skilled Worker Visa

• Most common work route
• Job offer required
• 5-year path to settlement
• Points-based system

Global Talent Visa

• For exceptional talent
• No job offer needed
• Fast track to settlement
• Self-sponsored

Health and Care Worker Visa

• NHS and healthcare roles
• Reduced fees
• Priority processing
• Dedicated pathway

Scale-Up Visa

• High-growth companies
• 2-year initial visa
• Leads to settlement

Study Visas

Student Visa

• Degree-level study
• 2-year post-study work
• Part-time work allowed

Child Student Visa

• Ages 4-17
• Private schools
• No work allowed

Family Visas

Spouse/Partner Visa

• British citizen/settled person
• 5-year path to settlement
• Financial requirements

Parent Visa

• Child in UK
• Specific circumstances
• Various requirements

Visitor Visas

Standard Visitor

• Tourism, family visits
• Business meetings
• Up to 6 months
• No work allowed

Business Visas

Innovator Founder

• Business establishment
• 3-year settlement path
• Endorsement required

Representative of Overseas Business

• Establishing UK branch
• Senior employee
• 5-year path

Settlement (ILR)

After 5 years on qualifying visas:

• Life in UK test
• English requirement
• Continuous residence
• No excess absences

Contact Zafco for UK visa guidance.