visa renewal

* Overview

* Eligibility

* Documents you must provide

* How to apply

* Extend your visa

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* Family members

visa renewal

You can apply for a visa extension if:

• The organization that approved you has not revoked your approval.
• You can provide evidence that you are currently working in your field. Guidelinesprovide a complete list of plausible evidence.
• You must renew your visa before it expires.

How long can you stay in the UK?

Tier 1 (Talent) visa can be extended for a maximum of 5 years.

How long does it take

You can get your visa as follows:

• Within 8 weeks if you apply online or by mail in the UK.
• Within 3 weeks if you apply outside the UK.

If your visa application is complicated and takes longer, you will be contacted, for example:

• The documents you provide need verification.
• You need to be present for the interview.
• Because of your personal circumstances, for example having a criminal record.

If you apply for a visa extension before your previous visa expires, you can stay in the UK until the results are announced.

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