Visas
Types of Visas

Work Visas

The UK has various professional opportunities, which is an attractive prospect for thousands of people looking to work or set up a business each year. Before you can work in the UK, however, you must be granted a work permit, or a work visa.


Depending on the type of work visa you will need, is determined by the following: level of skill, length of stay and whether you will be an employee or setting up your own business. There are different types of business visa which include the following:

  • Tier 2 (General) – for skilled workers with a job offer
  • Tier 2 (Intra Company Transfer) – for people who have been transferred or seconded to the UK by their company
  • Tier 2 (Sportsperson) – for internationally established elite level sportspersons or coaches with a job offer in the UK
  • Tier 2 (Ministers of Religion) – for Ministers of Religion coming to the UK to perform pastoral duties
  • Tier 1 (Entrepreneur) – for people who want to set up a business in the UK
  • Tier 1 (Exceptional Talent) – for people who have been endorsed in their field of science, humanities, engineering, medicine, digital technology or the arts

As UK immigration law is a complex area of law. It is understandable that you may decide to complete the work visa application yourself using general advice online. However, getting the right legal advice from the start is essential to make sure your application is successful, first time.


Our specialist immigration lawyers are available on the phone to give you advice that is tailored to your needs and your circumstances. They will give you advice on what sort of documents you need to complete your application and support you all the way from your initial application through any enquiries from the Home Office until the application is granted. Our team can assist both the employer and the employee.

Student Visas

The UK’s education system is one of the most recognised systems in the world, which attracts a lot of interest from candidates from all over the world. Therefore, it is crucial that you seek specialist legal advice to prepare your application for you so that you don’t miss those crucial dates for interviews.


Although UK immigration law is a complex area of law, it is understandable that you may decide to complete the work visa application yourself using general advice online because of costs. However, getting the right legal advice from the start is crucial to make sure your application is successful, first time.


The type of student visa you can apply for will be determined by your age:

  • Tier 4 (Student) visa is for people aged 16 or over
  • Tier 4 (Child Student) visa is for people aged between 4 and 17

Your application to study will depend on the type of course you wish to undertake, whether full time or part time, and where you want to study. An adequate level of English is also required and a consent from a parent or guardian.


Our specialist immigration lawyers are available on the phone to give you advice that is tailored to your needs and your circumstances. They will give you advice on what sort of documents you need to complete your application and support you all the way from your initial application through any enquiries from the Home Office until the application is granted.

Visit Visas

Because of one reason or another, a person may wish to visit the UK. This include visiting family, doing business, to get married or for medical reasons. Depending on your nationality and the purpose of your visit, you may require a visit visa to the UK.


There used to be a number of different types of visitor visas. However, they were recently replaced by the Standard Visitor visa. You will need to apply for a Standard Visitor visa if you are looking to apply for one of the following visas:

  • Family Visitor visa
  • General Visitor visa
  • Child Visitor visa
  • Business Visitor visa, including visas for academics, doctors and dentists
  • Sports Visitor visa
  • Entertainer Visitor visa
  • Prospective Entrepreneur visa
  • Private Medical Treatment Visitor visa
  • Approved Destination Status (ADS) visa

You can also apply to come to the UK as a domestic worker for up to six months.


Your application will depend on how long you wish to visit the UK for and what you plan to do while you are here.


Our specialist immigration lawyers are available on the phone to give you expert advice that is tailored to your needs and your circumstances. We will give you advice on what sort of documents you need to complete your application. We will also support you all the way from your initial application through any enquiries from the Home Office until the application is granted.  We will also help you prepare your application so that it meets all the criteria to fully satisfy the UKVI requirements.

Family Visas

The UK system has different types of family visas depending on what your intentions are for coming to the UK. You may be joining your partner or parent, coming to look after your child or coming to look after an adult who needs to be looked after by a relative.


The different types of family visas are as follows:

  • Spouse/Civil Partnership/Unmarried Partner visa – if you wish to join your partner in the UK
  • Fiancé(e) visa – if you wish to join your fiancé(e) in the UK
  • Dependant visa – if you are an adult dependent related to someone present and settled in the UK
  • Child visa – if you have successfully entered the UK and want to bring your family with you
  • Ancestry visa – if your parent or grandparent was born in the UK and you wish to settle in the UK

Whatever your reason for wanting to come to the UK it is important that you understand what is required in your application. You will also need to know what you can and can’t do if your application is successful.


You are much more likely to have your application accepted first time if you get professional help. Advice from a solicitor who really understands the law is crucial.


Our specialist immigration lawyers are available on the phone to give you expert advice that is tailored to your needs and your circumstances. We will give you advice on what sort of documents you need to complete your application. We will also support you all the way from your initial application through any enquiries from the Home Office until the application is granted. We will ensure that your application meets all the eligibility criteria to fully satisfy the UKVI requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How to contact the UK visa service?

    Contact UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) through the official GOV. The UK website to start an online application, book biometric appointments, or ask queries. Foster Legal also liaises directly with UKVI on the clients’ behalf for efficient case management.

  • What documents are required to apply for a UK visa?

    Required documents include a valid passport, a completed application form, proof of finances, accommodation details, and biometrics. Additional requirements depend on visa type, such as sponsorship letters, employment, or study documents. Foster Legal reviews each case to ensure full compliance.


  • How much does a UK visa cost now?

    Visitor visas up to 6 months cost £127; long-term visas range from £475 to over £1,000. Skilled Worker and Family visas typically cost from £625 to £1,938, plus the Immigration Health Surcharge–around £1,035 per year. Foster Legal helps clients budget accurately and avoid unexpected fees.


  • Who deals with visas in the UK?

    UKVI processes visa applications and issues residence permits. Immigration solicitors like Foster Legal manage form preparation, supporting documents, and appeals to streamline the process and reduce the risk of refusal.


  • What is the best way to get a UK visa?

    Submitting a fully prepared, well-documented application early, ideally with specialist legal guidance, minimises delays and refusals. Foster Legal ensures correct visa selection, accurate submissions, and timely filings to maximise success chances.