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How long does it take for a VISA to be granted?

Visa processing times - what you need to know.

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Written by Sam Helm
Updated this week

Before our immigration team submit your visa application, you can choose between two processing routes:

⏳ Standard Visa Processing

  • Standard Skilled Worker visa applications usually take 6 to 8 weeks to be granted.

  • Sometimes, processing may take longer depending on the Home Office workload.

  • This is the default processing route.

⚡ Priority Visa Processing

  • Typically processed within 5 working days of the biometric appointment/visa submission date.

  • You will need to pay an additional fee for this - £738.80. This will need to be paid for before the visa application is submitted.

  • You cannot request for the priority route after your visa application has been submitted.

📢 How will I know when the visa is granted?

We’ll notify you as soon as your visa is approved. You can also check your application status anytime by logging into Borderless and visiting the In Progress page.

💬 Need help or an update? - Open the Support tab at the bottom right of your screen to contact our team directly.

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