UK Visa Fee for Vietnam 2026 — Official Home Office Rates
Vietnamese 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 centres in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. The Standard Visitor Visa is £127 for 6 months, with longer 2-, 5- and 10-year options at £475, £848 and £1,059. Processing usually takes 3 weeks. Vietnamese students apply for the Student visa at £524 plus £1,035/year IHS, and skilled workers use the Skilled Worker route. All fees below are shown in VND alongside the official GBP amount for accurate budgeting.
UK Visa Fees for Vietnam 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 Vietnam citizens in 2026?
UK visa fees for Vietnam 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 Vietnam applicants apply for a UK visa?
Vietnam 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 Vietnam?
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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