For a Standard Visitor visa, what documentation can I submit as proof of accommodation if I am staying at a friend's house?
My friend, a British citizen, owns the house which means he doesn't rent. However, when I was reading the visitor: supporting documents guide on page 8 of 8 (https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/423699/2015_04_20_Visitor_Supporting_Documents_Guide_-_Final__2__-_CLEAN.pdf), I realize that council tax and utility bills are also on the list of documents that we should not provide unless otherwise requested. I am planning on attaching his bank statement that contains the address of the house written on it.
But still, what document do I need to show for the proof of accommodation?
On a different note, I found this document (https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/270197/sup-docs-settlement.pdf) and on reading page 3 of 4 under accommodation details, it includes council tax and utility bills as necessary documents.
How come it seems contradicting or am I miss-reading something?
The form might be old or out of date, but I just want to confirm and be on the safe side.
If I include my friend's bank statement, with address written on it, what more should I include to show proof of address or accommodation?
Also regarding the question Do you have savings, property or other income, for example, from stocks and shares?
In regards to savings, if I have only one current account of which I use for day to day staff, but of course there is sufficient funds for everything - both UK trip and coming back and all.
Is my bank balance the savings amount or do they want to see a real savings bank account where you mainly deposit and deposit only?
It seems to me as if some of these questions are open to more than one interpretation.
Best Answer
You probably need a letter or note from your friend stating that he is willing to accommodate you - a bank statement is not proof that he is accommodating you.
The letter must contain his information (data that proves he is legally staying in the UK); affirmation that he is willing to accommodate you for the dates of your travel; confirmation of ownership of the property.
In addition, I would personally also state his relationship with you - for example, he's a friend or ex-colleague / classmate. This is because if you are visiting a family relative, it requires different kinds of scrutiny form the officers.
Your current account is not the savings account. What is meant here is that you have another separate account from your current account where you receive your salary/remuneration/income which can constitute as a form of income or funds that are available to you.
In your case, you would say No since you only have one account.
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What can be used as proof of accommodation?
What Can I Submit as Proof of Accommodation?- Hotel booking,
- Host invitation \u2013 if you are planning to stay over at friends or family members/relatives,
- Confirmation by an organized tour operator or holiday tours, or.
- Rental agreement / contract.
How can I prove my UK tourist visa for relationship?
What documents can you use to prove your relationship?Do I need proof of accommodation for UK visa?
Accommodation and travel details- confirmation of accommodation booking. If you will be staying with your family member/ friend for the duration of their stay in the UK you should provide proof of the address (e.g. a copy of tenancy agreement). Evidence you can pay the cost of your return travel from the UK.What documents do I need for standard UK visitor visa?
What Documents Will I Need to Provide for the UK Standard Visitor Visa?- A valid passport or travel document.
- Bank statements confirming that you can support yourself and return journey.
- Evidence of your purpose of the visit.
- Evidence that you will leave the UK at the end of your proposed visit.
Standard Visitor Visa UK Documents
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