UK visitor visas
A holiday or visit to family and friends can be an important milestone. Understanding the visitor route helps you plan that experience without confusing an invitation with permission to enter.
The purpose, the intended stay and how the visit will be supported form part of the overall picture. Staying with someone in the UK does not remove the need to consider your own circumstances.
Moving in with family permanently or taking employment is different from visiting. If the trip is part of a longer-term plan, it is worth discussing that distinction before settling on a visitor application.
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