Visa for travel to or stopover in Birmingham

Foreign nationals wishing to travel to Birmingham must be in possession of a UK travel permit. There are several types of travel authorization available for travel to Birmingham.

Do I need a visa for Birmingham?

Birmingham is a major city in England, so all foreign nationals wishing to enter the UK via Birmingham must be in possession of a residence permit. Depending on the reason for visiting Birmingham, visitors can apply for an English tourist visa.

For stays of less than 6 months: You don’t need a visa for Birmingham, as most European countries exempt their nationals from visa requirements. Recently, some Middle Eastern countries have also been able to obtain an ETA travel authorization simply and easily online.

Do I need a visa to stop over in Birmingham?

There are two ways to stop over in Birmingham:

• Travellers can apply for a transit visa for a stopover in Birmingham ;
• If the traveler is a national of a member country of the UK Visa Waiver Program, he or she can apply for a UK ETA to stop over in Birmingham without a visa.

How much does a visa for Birmingham cost?

The price of a visa for Birmingham depends on the type of visa you need to travel to the UK. The administrative fee for a tourist visitor visa of up to 6 months is £115. For longer stays, visa administration fees are higher. If the traveler is eligible to obtain an ETA for the UK, then the price will be lower: An ETA costs a minimum of £10.

How do I get a visa for Birmingham?

To obtain a visa for Birmingham, foreign nationals must follow an online visa application procedure. This process comprises several stages:

• Choose the type of visa according to the purpose of the trip;
• Gather the necessary supporting documents;
• Fill in the online visa application form ;
• Pay visa fees;
• Make an appointment with a British embassy;
• Submit documents to finalize visa application;
• Take part in a visa interview if your file requires it.

Do I need ETA authorization for Birmingham?

An eligible foreign national can apply for an ETA for Birmingham. The turnaround time is very short. The ETA for Birmingham is valid for 2 years for stays of up to 6 consecutive months in the UK.

UK visa image for Birmingham

Here’s a photo of a visa for England. This visa allows you to enter the UK via Birmingham.