UK Visa Fee for Thailand 2026 — Official Home Office Rates
Thai passport holders applying for a UK visa in 2026 pay UK Home Office fees, with applications submitted online and biometrics captured at the VFS Global centre in Bangkok or Chiang Mai. The Standard Visitor Visa is £127 for 6 months, with longer 2-, 5- and 10-year multi-entry options. Standard processing takes around 3 weeks, and Thai applicants commonly use the priority service for faster decisions. Student visas cost £524 plus £1,035/year IHS, and skilled workers apply via the Skilled Worker route. Family-route applications, including spouse visas, carry higher fees and require detailed financial and relationship evidence. All fees below are shown in THB alongside the official GBP amount.
UK Visa Fees for Thailand 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 Thailand citizens in 2026?
UK visa fees for Thailand 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 Thailand applicants apply for a UK visa?
Thailand 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 Thailand?
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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