UK Visa Fee for Ukraine 2026 — Official Home Office Rates
Ukrainian passport holders applying for a UK visa in 2026 may be eligible for special schemes such as the Ukraine Family Scheme and the Ukraine Permission Extension Scheme, which currently carry no application fee. Outside these schemes, the Standard Visitor Visa is £127 for 6 months, with longer-term variants at £475, £848 and £1,059. Student visas cost £524 plus £1,035/year IHS, and skilled workers use the Skilled Worker route. Processing is typically 3 weeks. All standard fees below are shown in UAH alongside the official GBP amount.
UK Visa Fees for Ukraine 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 Ukraine citizens in 2026?
UK visa fees for Ukraine 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 Ukraine applicants apply for a UK visa?
Ukraine 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 Ukraine?
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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