UK Visa Fee for Philippines 2026 — Official Home Office Rates
Filipino passport holders applying for a UK visa in 2026 pay UK Home Office fees in addition to VFS Global service charges. Applications are submitted online and biometrics captured at centres in Manila and Cebu. The Standard Visitor Visa costs £127 for 6 months, with longer 2-, 5- and 10-year options. The Health and Care Worker visa is widely used by Filipino nurses and care workers, with reduced fees of £304–£590 depending on the Certificate of Sponsorship length, and exemption from the Immigration Health Surcharge. Standard processing is about 3 weeks. Filipino students apply for the Student visa at £524 plus £1,035/year IHS. All fees below are shown in PHP alongside the official GBP amount.
UK Visa Fees for Philippines 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 Philippines citizens in 2026?
UK visa fees for Philippines 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 Philippines applicants apply for a UK visa?
Philippines 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 Philippines?
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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