* Overview
*Documents that you must provide
* visa renewal
visa renewal
You can extend your visa as long as you and your children are eligible.
You can apply for an extension four weeks before your original visa expires and while you are still in the UK.
How long can you stay:
Your visa can be extended for up to 12 months each time you apply.
How to extend a visa:
You must apply online to extend your visa.
Costs
You will pay for these:
- pounds 1033 for standard services.
- pounds 1643 for outstanding service.
How long will it take:
Outcome and decision:
- You will be notified eight weeks after the date of action, if you use standard services.
- You will be notified one week after the date of the action, if you use the great service.
If your application is complex, you will be contacted and it will take longer, for example:
- If your sponsorship documents need to be verified.
- Participate in the interview if necessary.
- Depending on your personal problems, for example if you have committed a crime.
If you applied before your last visa expired, you can stay in the UK until you receive the result.