Visa Processing Time

We monitor the latest home office data to provide you with the most accurate estimates for your application journey.

Processing times are estimates based on Home Office data. Actual times may vary. Last updated June 2026.

Last Updated: April 2026

Visa Category	Standard	Priority	Super Priority
Skilled Worker Visa (Outside UK)	3 weeks	5 working days	Not Available
Student Visa (Outside UK)	3 weeks	5 working days	Not Available
Family / Spouse Visa (Outside UK)	24 weeks	30 working days	Not Available
Standard Visitor Visa (Outside UK)	3 weeks	5 working days	Not Available
Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR)	6 months	5 working days	Next working day
British Citizenship	6 months	Not Available	Not Available
Health and Care Worker Visa	3 weeks	5 working days	Not Available

Processing times are estimates provided by the Home Office. Actual processing times may vary depending on the specific circumstances of your case and the volume of applications.

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