UK visa validity begins on date of issue or intended date of arrival?

I've already submitted my UK visa application, but have yet to receive the visa.

I need to book a flight a day or two before the 'intended date of arrival' that I've entered in my application.

My question is, if and when I get the visa, will the validity be from the date it was issued, or from the date of intended date of arrival I entered on my application.

In case it's from the intended date, then is it possible for me to arrive a day or two before that day, or will it create problems with the airport security?

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What is the start date of visa UK?

The earliest you can apply is usually: 3 months before your planned travel date for visit visas. 3 months before your employment start date for most work visas. 6 months before your course start date for Student and Child Student visas.

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.

What does visa expiry date mean UK?

If you are still in the country when your UK visa expires, you are classed as an 'overstayer'. You will have 30 days from the date your visa expired to leave the country. You will be able to stay in the UK if you have applied for a new visa before the expiry date of your old visa.

Can I enter the UK before visa valid date?

Normally you cannot travel to the UK before the start date of your visa, as you must enter after the start date in order to 'activate' your Student visa status.

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