Rate of acceptance of UK transit visas for Indians

I’m planning to transit through LHR on my way to FRA(Frankfurt, Germany) from BOM(Mumbai, India). I’m in the process of applying for a DATV for transit through LHR.

I was reading multiple posts online regarding transit via LHR, and read that most transit visa applications are rejected. Is this true?

(Before someone asks, I’d like to mention that I’ve chosen this route over Lufthansa since I had quite a bit of Avios).

Edit: I’m planning to travel towards the end of May. My Schengen visa has been approved.

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Best Answer

In Q4 2019, the UK approved 825 transit visas and refused 92 from Indian nationals, an approval rate of 90%.

Statistics from UK government managed migration datasets: Entry clearance visas granted outside the UK

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Is it easy to get UK transit visa?

You might need a visa to pass through the UK in transit (on your way to another country). Check if you need one before you apply. To get a transit visa you must prove that: you'll be in transit to another country, with enough funds and the intention to travel on.

Is transit visa required for UK for Indian passport holders?

Indian nationals, unless they come under one of the exemptions listed on the UK government web site, need a Direct Airside Transit Visa if they transit airside or a Visitor in Transit Visa if they transit landside - so either way a visa would be required.

Is it difficult to get UK visa for Indians?

But don't worry, a standard UK visitor visa from India takes about two weeks to process and contrary to random rumors, it's not difficult to get. As long as you make sure you've got all your UK visa requirements from India in place and, submit all that's been asked for.

How long does UK transit visa take?

Once you've attended your appointment, you'll usually get a decision on your visa within 3 weeks. You may be able to get your visa faster or other services depending on what country you're in - check with your visa application centre. It's currently taking 6 weeks on average to get a decision on transit visas.

UK Transit Visitor Visa 2022 and UK Airside Transit Visa 2022 Requirements and Eligibility

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