UK Visa Type - sightseeing followed by academic "induction" ceremony
I'm applying for an UK Standard Visitor Visa from India but I'm a bit caught on what to select on the "Visa type" drop down menu. I am holding an erasmus scholarship and I'm invited to attend a two-day induction ceremony in the UK on 5,6 September 2016 (as part of a three-country mobility programme).I've the invitation letter that also says that my accommodation is booked.
However, I'm planning to travel a week in advance to sightsee etc (tourism purpose). Which one do I choose - "Business(academic)" (note: I'm not attending a conference, rather an induction ceremony) or "tourism"?
It may be noted that I'd travelled to the same destination (Edinburgh) around 8 months ago on a vacation. I'd be grateful for any suggestion/response to this. Thanks again!
D.
Best Answer
it is better to choose business(academic) visa for that purpose because you have an invitation letter that says that your accommodation is booked. It may help you to get your visa easily. Further you can switch from your visitor visa to student visa as it was part of the conditions you (implicitly) agreed to when it was issued.
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