What length of visit visa can I apply for if am visiting the UK for the first time?
It is recommended that applicants who are travelling to the UK for the first time start off by applying for a 6 month visa. However, if first-time travellers wish to apply for a 1, 2, 5 or 10 year visa, they may do so knowing that the visa fee is NON-REFUNDABLE should the UK Border Agency decide to issue only a 6 month visa. From 3 March Taiwan passport holders who wish to visit the UK for less than 6 month on business or as a tourist, family visitor or student visitor will no longer require a visa. If you hold a Taiwanese Compatriot /Non resident passport or you do not have a Taiwanese ID number in your Taiwanese passport the visa waiver does not apply to you therefore you must apply for a visa before travelling. For more information, please visit BTCO website. • Can my friend or family member in the UK apply for my visa for me? No, visas for the UK can be issued only at UK Border Agency visa application centres overseas. If your friend/family member needs a visa, they must get it bef
