Apply for a type B transit visa

How to apply for a type B transit visa in the UK

Legal Marketplace Consultant helps clients in the UK travelling in transit through the country to properly apply for a type B transit visa (Direct Airside Transit or Visitor in Transit) to avoid problems during boarding and passing border control.

Actions of lawyers in order to properly obtain a type B transit visa:

1. 
   analysing the travel route and the need to pass through UK border control;
2. determination of the optimal type of visa: Direct Airside Transit (without control) or Visitor in Transit (with border crossing up to 48 hours) - in accordance with the terms of the trip and the requirements of the Home Office;
3. assistance in filling out an online application on the official government website;
4. arranging an appointment for biometrics at the visa centre.

As a result, the client will receive a type B transit visa that is suitable for their route and valid for the required period.

Requirements and documents for a transit visa B (Direct Airside Transit / Visitor in Transit)

To successfully obtain a B transit visa, it is important to provide a full package of documents proving the purpose and status of the trip.

Actions of lawyers to ensure a complete set of documents:

1. 
   checking the passport (at least 6 months of validity, sufficiently blank pages);
2. confirmation of onward tickets to the final country;
3. proof of the right to enter the destination country (visa, residence permit or green card);
4. preparation of financial statements, confirmation of the purpose of transit and route;
5. 
   advice on possible refusals and requirements of the officer at the border.

As a result, the client will receive a properly prepared dossier, which significantly increases the chances of getting a transit visa approved.

Issuance of an urgent transit visa B with escort

If a transit visa application needs to be processed quickly - for example, within a limited time before a flight - Consultant provides priority legal support.

Actions of lawyers for the purpose of priority processing of a transit visa type B:

• 
  urgent application within the available options;
• expedited consular or VAC services through consultation with a local centre;
• regular monitoring of the application status until a positive decision is made;
• coordinating the return of the passport with the visa to the client.

As a result, the client receives a Type B transit visa in the shortest possible time, ready for use before departure.

Consultations on choosing the type of transit: Airside or Visitor in Transit

The right choice between a Direct Airside Transit and a Visitor in Transit visa depends on the route, transfer and border crossing requirements.

Lawyers' actions to choose the optimal type of transit:

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  analysing the type of connection: a non-stop flight within the transit zone or an airport/immigration control crossing;
• explanation of the requirements for landside transit (maximum 48 hours of stay) or airside transit;
• checking the availability of exemption documents (e.g. ETA, Schengen/USA visa) that may exempt from the need for a visa.

As a result, the client chooses the right type of transit visa that meets the specific travel conditions.