The United Kingdom will introduce new fee structures for visas, work permits, student visas, Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR), and passports. The changes will affect visitors, skilled workers, students, and entrepreneurs, as well as British citizens applying for passports both in the UK and overseas.

Visitor Visa Fees

Short-Term Visas

• Up to 6 months – £127 (up from £115, an increase of £12)

Long-Term Visas

• Up to 2 years – £475 (up from £432, an increase of £43)

• Up to 5 years – £848 (up from £771, an increase of £77)

• Up to 10 years – £1,059 (up from £963, an increase of £96)

UK Student Visa Fees (2025)

• Student Visa (main applicant and dependants) – £524 (up £34 from £490)

• Child Student Visa – £524 (up from £490)

• Short-Term Study Visa (English courses from 6–11 months) – £214 (up £14 from £200)

UK Work Visa Fees (2025)

For Skilled Professionals, Healthcare Workers, and Entrepreneurs:

• Healthcare Professional Visa – £470 (up 28.2% from £367)

• Skilled Worker (Shortage Occupation) – £470 (up 26.3% from £372)

• Temporary Work Visa – increase of £38 on the previous rate

• Innovator Founder Visa – £1,274 (up from £1,191, increase of £83)

• Start-Up Visa – £465 (up from £435)

• Minister of Religion Visa – 5.6% increase on current rate

Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) Fees

• Main applicants and dependants – £3,029 (up from £2,885, increase of £144)

UK Passport Fees (from April 2025)

The Home Office has confirmed that UK passport prices will rise, making one of the world’s most expensive passports even costlier. The increase is intended to cover the costs of processing and providing consular services abroad.

Standard Applications (UK)

• Adult (Online) – £94.50 (up from £88.50)

• Child (Online) – £61.50 (up from £57.50)

• Adult (Postal) – £107 (up from £100)

• Child (Postal) – £74 (up from £69)

Premium 1-Day Service

• Adult – £222 (up from £207.50)

• Child – £189 (up from £176.50)

Overseas Applications (Online)

• Adult – £108 (up from £101)

• Child – £70 (up from £65.50)

Overseas Applications (Paper)

• Adult – £120.50 (up from £112.50)

• Child – £82.50 (up from £77)

Key Takeaway

The April 2025 fee changes mark significant increases across multiple immigration and travel document categories. Applicants planning to visit, work, or study in the UK—or British citizens applying for passports—are advised to submit their applications before the new rates take effect to save on costs.