Is my 2-year UK visa still valid if I haven't used it within the first 6 months of validity?
Almost five months ago I was issued with a 2-year multiple-entry visa to the UK on business and a short-family holiday.
For almost 6 months I have not been able to travel. I intend making this trip in December but I would also like to find out whether my UK visa can be cancelled if I do. Or travel with it in the first 6 months after it has been issued.
Best Answer
Your visa is valid during its whole validity period.
However, if, for example, only using it close to its expiry, the officers may well want to know the reason for that, and depending on your explanation, could suspect some sort of fraud on your part.
To be safe, if possible being documentation (even social media conversations could be useful) proving why you got the visa so early without being able to use it straight away.
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How long is a UK visa valid once issued?
You can choose to apply for a long-term Standard Visitor visa if you visit the UK regularly. This visa lasts 2, 5 or 10 years. You can stay for a maximum of 6 months on each visit. If you're under 18 years old when you apply, your long-term Standard Visitor visa will only be valid for up to 6 months after you turn 18.How do you check if your UK visa is still valid?
You can also use the UKVI online tool at: www.gov.uk/contact-ukvi-inside-outside-uk. Using email is often the best option for how to check your UK visa application status, as your email enquiry is more likely to be directed to the caseworker dealing with your particular application.Can I leave the UK after 6 months and come back?
Your new Visitor immigration permission may not be for a further six months: the Border Force Officer may give you just the time you need to complete your studies, or six months minus the length of time you recently spent in the UK as a Visitor.UK VISA PROCESSING TIME UPDATE 2022 | How to get UK Visa Faster | UK Visa Delay
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Answer 2
The UK Government website doesn't make any mention of validity being restricted so your visa should still be valid. If you're in any doubt you should contact the visa centre where you applied and ask the question.
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