How do I migrate to England on an Indian passport?

Question

what is the procedure , requirements , time taken , approximate expense (and possible concerns) ?

Answer 1

you need to write to one of the embassies of the UK in your country :

New Delhi

Tel: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Jalandhar & Chandigarh

Tel: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Kolkata

Tel: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

Chennai, Bangalore, Hyderabad & Cochin

Tel: [phone] / 333

E-mail: [e-mail]

Mumbai, Ahmedabad & Pune

Tel: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]  

visas :

  

  How do I apply?

You will need to fill in a visa application form and give this to the visa section at a UK mission overseas with:

your valid passport or travel document

a passport-sized (45mm x 35mm), colour photograph of yourself. The photograph should be:

taken against a light coloured (white, off-white etc.) background

unmounted, clear and of good quality

printed on normal photographic paper

full face without sunglasses, hat or other head covering unless for ethnic or religious reasons

Please note that we may not accept photographs which do not meet these specifications.

the visa fee (usually payable in local currency)

any supporting documents requested in the guidance note

Please make sure that:

you have answered clearly all of the required questions on the form

signed and dated the form where asked

any supporting documents you show are originals or attested copies

you make your application in good time, but not normally more than 3 months before you plan to travel, unless you are applying for a settlement visa, for example as a husband or wife

What supporting documents should I include with my application?

The documents we want to see will depend on the type of visa you apply for. The guidance notes will give an indication, but there may be others that you should include. The documents that our visa sections around the world will ask for can vary and you should visit the visa section's website to find out more.

We ask for supporting documents to help us decide if you meet the requirements of the UK Immigration Rules. For example you will usually need to show that you have enough money to pay for your trip, and your food, accommodation and expenses in the UK. To show this we will ask to see bank statements, pay slips and evidence of savings - yours and/or your sponsor's, depending on who is paying the costs. Also you will usually need to show that you will leave the UK at the end of your proposed time there. To show this you could send evidence of your job, or continuing studies in your home country.

If you are not sure whether or not you should include a particular document, include it. It is better that we have too many than not enough. But please do not include an excessive number - the entry clearance officer only has a limited amount of time to read the documents.

You should include original documents if possible, particularly those relating to birth, marriage, divorce and death. If you are not able to include originals of these then you should send attested copies. All original documents will be returned to you.

You should not pay for any travel tickets until a decision has been made on your visa application, but you may want to send evidence that you have reserved flights.

Where do I apply?

You can apply for a visit visa or an EEA Family Permit at any visa section overseas that offers a full service. To apply for the EEA Family Permit within the EEA, you will need to show that you are living legally in an EEA member state. For other types of visa you should apply in the country where you are normally and legally resident.

Welcome to UKvisas, the UK's visa services in India. We are constantly reviewing this site to ensure that it provides all visitors with the information they need. If you have any suggestions on how to improve this, please don't hesitate to contact us.

http://www.ukvisas.gov.uk/servlet/Front?...

If you are applying for a visa to go to the UK as a highly skilled migrant (on the HSMP programme) then from 12 February 2007, you will need to complete the additional questionnaire attached below, and submit it together with your visa application. Please ensure that you complete the form, as it may delay the processing of your application if it is missing.

  HSMP points pro forma  (DOC, 71.0KB)  

  

Last Updated: February 2007

Answer 2

Your best bet is to apply for a 6 month visa & then extend it when you get there . Why ? Here's a snippet...

"Anyone can apply for a six-month visa. If you are a first-time traveller, a six-month visa is likely to be the right one for you. Please remember that even if you pay the higher fee for a visa that lasts longer than six months, we may only issue you a six-month visa. If this happens, we will not refund the difference in the fee."

What do I need to apply for a visa?

* A valid passport, with enough space for a visa.

* A fully filled-in and signed application form. The type of application form that you fill in depends on the type of visa that you are applying for. Please make sure that you fill in the correct form. Remember to read the form carefully to make sure that you fill in every section which is relevant to the type of visa you are applying for. Don’t forget to sign your application.

* It is very important that you write your contact details on your application form. If you have an e-mail address, please make sure that you enter it.

* A recent passport-sized colour photo measuring 45millimetres x 35millimetres. This must be on a white background, and you should glue it to the application form. Please don't staple the photo onto the form.

Hope that helps

All the Best!

Answer 3

The procedure and requirements are well laid out on their website that follows, but it is a time consuming and expensive process (especially if you retain a professional company or legal assistance to facilitate your application).  The main concern is that you may be found ineligible - your own particular circumstances will weigh heavily on your success, as well as the exact path to follow.  A little voodoo wouldn't hurt!

http://www.britishhighcommission.gov.uk/...