Hi lukestar,
Here you go -
UK VISITOR VISA
The British High Commission, Colombo
You asked if a national of Sri Lanka needs a visa to come to the UK as a visitor.
Yes, you need a visa.
Please read Guidance - Visitors for more information.
To apply for a visa you will need to fill in form VAF1 - non-settlement.
How do I apply for a visa?
You will need to fill in a visa application form (VAF1 ?
non-settlement). You can download the form from this website, or get
one free of charge from your nearest British mission overseas where
there is a visa section.
If you are applying for a visit visa, or are a national of, or are
normally and legally living in Sri Lanka, please make your application
to Colombo.
All applications for UK visas in Sri Lanka should be made to our
outsourcing partner VFS.
http://www.britishhighcommission.gov.uk/servlet/UKVisasDoINeedAVisa?url=%2Fservlet%2FFront%3Fpagename%3DOpenMarket%2FXcelerate%2FShowPage%26c%3DPage%26cid%3D1029287468654&purpose=Visitor%2Ftourist&nationality=Sri+Lanka&location=Sri+Lanka
What do I need to make my application?
You will need:
* a visa application form (see below) which you have filled in correctly
* your passport or travel document
* one recent, passport-sized (45mm x 35mm), colour photograph of
yourself. This should be:
o taken against a light coloured background
o clear and of good quality and not framed or backed
o printed on normal photographic paper, and
o full face without sunglasses, hat or other head covering unless
you wear this for cultural or religious reasons
Please note that we may not accept photographs which do not meet
these specifications.
* the visa fee. This cannot be refunded, and you must normally pay
it in the local currency of the country where you are applying
* any supporting documents relevant to your application as suggested
in the guidance notes (see Application forms and guidance)
http://www.britishhighcommission.gov.uk/servlet/Front?pagename=OpenMarket/Xcelerate/ShowPage&c=Page&cid=1029287472085
Guidance - Visitors (INF 2) (20/02/06)
# How do I qualify to travel to the UK as a visitor?
# What is a visa?
# Do I need a visa to visit the UK?
# How long will my visa be valid for?
# How do I apply for a visa?
# What do I need to make my application?
# What supporting documents should I include with my application?
# What will happen when I make my application?
# Can I appeal if you refuse my visit visa?
http://www.ukvisas.gov.uk/servlet/Front?pagename=OpenMarket/Xcelerate/ShowPage&c=Page&cid=1018696642519#Q5
Entry Clearance Fees
http://www.britishhighcommission.gov.uk/servlet/Front?pagename=OpenMarket/Xcelerate/ShowPage&c=Page&cid=1029287531919
Forms and Guidance
http://www.britishhighcommission.gov.uk/servlet/Front?pagename=OpenMarket/Xcelerate/ShowPage&c=Page&cid=1029287489709
VAF1 - non-settlement
http://www.fco.gov.uk/Files/kfile/vaf1_feb_2006,0.pdf
The British High Commission, Colombo
Please note that visa applications for all categories should be made
at the UK Visa Application Centre situated at No. 367 R A De Mel
Mawatha (Duplication Road) Colombo 3 during the following extended
timings:
* Monday - Thursday: 0800-1430
* Friday: 0800-1130
Information on how to apply for a UK visa can be obtained by phone on
4513355 or 4516322 from 0800-1700, Monday-Friday, by e-mail
info@vfs.lk, or in person at the UK Visa Application Centre. For
further details visit the Centre's website at www.vfs.lk
http://www.britishhighcommission.gov.uk/servlet/Front?pagename=OpenMarket/Xcelerate/ShowPage&c=Page&cid=1026318554557
Applying for a Visa in Sri Lanka
http://www.vfs.lk/index.html
UK WORK PERMIT
Working in the UK is more complicated, it is the employer who applies
for and obtains the work permit for you. There are several different
categories ("schemes") and it's up to you to decide where you fit in.
Coming to the UK - Entry Clearance
http://www.ind.homeoffice.gov.uk/working_in_the_uk/en/homepage/your_status/coming_to_the_uk_.html
Schemes and Programmes
Au Pairs
Businessmen
Business Visitors
Domestic Workers
Entertainers
Film Crew on Location
Fresh Talent: Working in Scotland scheme
Gap year entrants
Highly Skilled Migrant Programme
Innovator
Investor
Japan Youth Exchange
Ministers of Religion
Overseas Government Employees
Postgraduate Doctors/Dentists
Representatives of Overseas Newspapers
Science and Engineering Graduate Students
Sole Representatives
Sportspeople
Voluntary Workers
Worker Registration Scheme
Working Holidaymaker
http://www.ind.homeoffice.gov.uk/working_in_the_uk/en/homepage/schemes_and_programmes.html
The answer from this questionnaire will tell you:
* if you need a visa or entry clearance
* which application form you need to fill in
* which guidance note you should read
* where you should make your application
http://www.ukvisas.gov.uk/servlet/Front?pagename=OpenMarket/Xcelerate/ShowPage&c=Page&cid=1006977149962
Guidance - Work permit holders (INF 13) (16/02/06)
How do I apply for a work permit?
"You cannot apply directly for a work permit. The employer in the UK
who wants to employ you must do this. They should contact Work Permits
(UK). (Contact details are under 'More advice and information' at the
end of this guidance.)
The employer should send the filled-in application form at least eight
weeks before the date they need you to start work.
Can I travel before my work permit has been issued?
No. You should not travel to the UK to start work before you get your
work permit. If you arrive in the UK without a work permit to take up
a job that needs one, you will be refused entry. "
http://www.ukvisas.gov.uk/servlet/Front?pagename=OpenMarket/Xcelerate/ShowPage&c=Page&cid=1018721068127
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Thank you,
hummer
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