UK Visa Fee for UAE 2026 — Official Home Office Rates
Residents of the United Arab Emirates — whether UAE nationals or expats applying from Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah or other emirates — pay UK Home Office visa fees set in 2026. The Standard Visitor Visa costs £127 for 6 months, with longer-term variants at £475 (2 years), £848 (5 years) and £1,059 (10 years), making the UAE one of the most common origin points for multi-year UK visit visas. Applicants book biometric appointments at VFS Global centres in Dubai or Abu Dhabi and typically receive decisions within 3 weeks; priority (£500) and super priority (£1,000) services are widely used by business travellers. UAE residents who are not GCC nationals must show proof of UAE residency, return travel and sufficient funds. Student, work and family routes are also available, each with their own Home Office fee plus the Immigration Health Surcharge where applicable. All fees below include AED conversion.
UK Visa Fees for UAE 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 UAE citizens in 2026?
UK visa fees for UAE 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 UAE applicants apply for a UK visa?
UAE 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 UAE?
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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