Multiple entry visa to UK (sponsored visitor)

I'll be going to UK as sponsored visitor - am I allowed to apply for Multiple visa entry to UK?

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All UK visitor visas (or to be exact, 'entry clearances') are multi-entry for their duration. This holds for all visitors whether the visa is 'sponsored visitor' or not. The rule governing this is explicitly spelled out in Paragraphs 20A and 25A of the rules. Their rationale is that if you are going to overstay, you will do it after arriving and not travel around to foreign destinations first.

There are other classes of entry clearances that are one-time only, but these are in the Tiered category.

When you receive your passport, you can double check to see an imprint on the upper left: "MULT". Expect the same 'grilling' on each and every control point. What that means is that you are required to have a landing interview upon each entry into the UK (regardless of whether you already had one earlier).

The landing interview will be conducted by an Immigration Officer and he/she will focus primarily on Paragraphs 40 and 41 of the rules. Because you are Filipino (which is a visa-national country), he/she may also probe Paragraphs 11 and 24, and most importantly Paragraphs 30A, 30B, and 30C. So carry all your evidence with you for each landing interview. I have provided the specific paragraphs so that you can read them before you travel.

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Update 2 August 2015

Owing to a rule change in April 2015, references to Paragraphs 40 and 41 above are obsolete. Those rules were changed and consolidated into Appendix V.

The entire set of UK immigration rules is at https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/immigration-rules

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Does UK visitor visa allow multiple entry?

If you need a visa, you must apply for a Standard Visitor visa before you arrive in the UK. Your visa will be multiple entry, so you can leave during breaks and return to the UK using the same visa as long as it is valid.

How do I get a multiple entry visa for UK?

You can apply for a visit visa by making an application from outside the UK....How to apply for a multiple entry visa?

You must complete the online application process.

You must pay any fee that applies.

You must provide your biometric information (if required to do so)

You must also provide a valid travel document.

Can I sponsor a visitor to UK?

If you want to sponsor their visit to the UK you should produce an invitation letter and supporting documents. An applicant is the person who will apply for a visitor visa. A sponsor is the person inviting the applicant to visit the UK.

How many times can I visit UK on a visitor visa?

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.

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