What should be the visa type for an under 18 going to a conference in the UK?
I am 17 years old and I have an invitation from a university regarding a conference. Usually, for a conference, a business visa is appropriate but when I clicked that it said this visa is for adults only. I then tried to give business (academic) but even that has four options which are:
- research
- teaching
- clinical practice
- formal exchange
I am really confused. What type of visa should I apply for?
Best Answer
I am confused. Where did you click what? I believe you need a standard visitor visa as per the official Standard Visitor visa page:
You can apply for a Standard Visitor visa if you want to visit the UK for business-related activities, eg: you’re coming to the UK for a conference,
and then there's a If you're under 18 sub-page telling you everything you need to know age wise.
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