UK Visa Fee for Canada 2026 — Official Home Office Rates
Canadian passport holders applying for a UK visa in 2026 mostly do so for stays longer than 6 months, work, study or family routes — short tourist trips are covered by the UK ETA rather than a visa. Applications go through gov.uk and biometrics are handled by VFS Global centres in Toronto, Vancouver, Ottawa, Montreal and Calgary. Standard decisions typically come back within about 3 weeks, and Canadians frequently use the Youth Mobility Scheme (ages 18–35) and Skilled Worker routes.
UK Visa Fees for Canada Applicants (April 2026)
| Visa Type | Fee (GBP) | Processing |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Visitor Visa (6 months) | £135 | 3 weeks |
| Standard Visitor (2 years) | £506 | 3 weeks |
| Student Visa | £558 | 3–8 weeks |
| Skilled Worker (≤3 years) | £943 | 3–8 weeks |
| Spouse / Family Visa | £2,064 | 12 weeks |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the UK visa fee for Canada citizens in 2026?
UK visa fees for Canada citizens are set in GBP by the UK Home Office and were updated on 8 April 2026. A Standard Visitor visa costs £135 for 6 months, £506 for 2 years, £903 for 5 years and £1,128 for 10 years. Student visas cost £558 and Skilled Worker visas start at £943 for up to 3 years.
Where do Canada applicants apply for a UK visa?
Canada applicants apply online at gov.uk and then attend a VFS Global or TLScontact visa application centre to submit biometrics and supporting documents. Decisions are returned by courier or for in-person collection.
How long does a UK visa take from Canada?
Standard UK visitor visa processing takes about 3 weeks (15 working days) from the biometrics appointment. Priority service returns a decision in around 5 working days for £500, and super priority in 1 working day for £1,000.
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