Tourism, visiting family/friends, business meetings. Valid for 6 months, 2, 5, or 10 years.
Business meetings, conferences, negotiations. Short-term business activities in the UK.
Full-time study at UK universities and colleges. Requires CAS from UK institution.
Employment-based visa for skilled workers. Requires job offer from UK sponsor.
Join family members in UK. Spouse, partner, parent, or child visa.
Private medical treatment in UK. Requires medical documentation and appointment proof.
Complete document checklist for Indian nationals applying for UK visa
Valid passport with at least 6 months validity and 2 blank pages
Completed online visa application form with reference number
Recent passport-size color photograph (45mm x 35mm, white background)
Biometric appointment confirmation letter
Visa fee payment receipt
Previous UK visas (if applicable)
Travel history - copies of previous visas and stamps
Covering letter explaining purpose of visit
Last 6 months bank statements showing sufficient funds (minimum £1,000-£2,000 per month)
Salary slips for last 6 months (for employed)
Income Tax Returns (ITR) for last 3 years with computation
Form 16 (for salaried employees)
Employment letter on company letterhead with salary details
Business registration documents (for self-employed)
Fixed deposit receipts, investment statements
Property documents showing ownership
Sponsor documents if sponsored (bank statements, employment letter, sponsorship letter)
Detailed travel itinerary with dates and cities
Flight bookings (confirmed round-trip tickets)
Hotel reservations for entire stay in UK
Travel insurance covering entire trip duration
Invitation letter from UK host (if visiting family/friends)
Host documents: passport copy, proof of residence, employment letter
Business invitation letter (for business visa)
Conference registration or event tickets (if applicable)
Marriage certificate (if married)
Birth certificates of children (if traveling with family)
Educational certificates and mark sheets
Employment contract or appointment letter
Leave approval letter from employer
Aadhaar card and PAN card copies
Proof of ties to India (property, family, employment)
Previous travel history documents
Complete UK visa application form online. We assist with accurate form filling and document upload.
Gather and organize all required documents. Complete verification and formatting assistance.
Pay visa application fee online. Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) payment if applicable.
Schedule and attend biometric appointment at VFS Global center (fingerprints and photograph).
Submit all documents at VFS center. Keep tracking number for application status.
UK Visa and Immigration processes your application. Standard processing: 15-21 working days.
Collect passport with visa from VFS center or receive via courier service.
6 Months: £115 (₹12,000)
2 Years: £432 (₹45,000)
5 Years: £771 (₹80,000)
10 Years: £963 (₹1,00,000)
Standard: 15-21 working days
Priority: 5 working days (extra £212)
Super Priority: 24 hours (extra £956)
Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Pune, Ahmedabad, Chandigarh, Cochin, Jalandhar, Goa
Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS): £624 per year for stays over 6 months
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| Feature | Explera Vacations | Online Travel Agencies |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing Model | Direct IATA wholesale rates — no middleman markup | 5-15% platform commission baked into every price |
| Flight Fares | Access to unpublished consolidator fares & corporate net rates | Only published fares visible to the public; you pay retail |
| Multi-City & Complex Itineraries | Handcrafted multi-stop, open-jaw & round-the-world routings | Limited to point-to-point; multi-city often breaks or is overpriced |
| Human Support | Dedicated travel consultant available 24/7 on phone & WhatsApp | Chatbots, email tickets, overseas call centres with 48hr+ turnaround |
| Visa Assistance | In-house visa desk — document prep, embassy appointments, 95% approval | No visa support; you are on your own with documentation |
| Hotel Selection | Curated by real consultants who have visited the properties | Algorithm-ranked by ad spend, commission bias, and fake reviews |
| Corporate Travel | Dedicated account manager, GST invoicing, credit terms, travel policy compliance | Self-service only; no corporate billing, no policy enforcement, no GST support |
| Group & MICE Bookings | Specialised group desk — block bookings, event logistics, ground handling | Group bookings either unavailable or poorly handled with no on-ground support |
| Last-Minute Changes | Direct airline & hotel relationships — we can override and fix issues in real time | Rigid systems — change fees are high and modifications often impossible |
| Price Guarantee | Double difference refund if you find a cheaper identical booking elsewhere | Best price claims with fine print exclusions and hoops to jump through |
| Post-Booking Support | We stay with you throughout your trip — flight alerts, hotel check-in, emergencies | Booking confirmation is where the relationship ends |
| Hidden Gems & Local Intel | Real destination knowledge from consultants who have been there | Generic top-10 lists written by SEO content farms |
| Transparency | All-in pricing upfront — taxes, fees, surcharges clearly itemised | Drip pricing — base fare shown, taxes & fees added at checkout |
| Payment Flexibility | Bank transfer, UPI, credit card, EMI, corporate credit — your choice | Limited payment options; often credit card only with surcharge |
| Trust & Credentials | IATA Certified, TAT Licensed, Ministry of Tourism recognised, Official SDB Travel Desk | No travel industry accreditation; just a tech platform with a travel skin |
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Recognised by Government of India, Ministry of Tourism
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Industry Experience
50,000+
Happy Travellers
150+
Airlines & Hotel Chains
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