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The United Kingdom is once again raising visa fees: the changes will affect students, tourists, and participants in mobility programs. The new rates will come into effect as early as April 8. The price revision was announced by UK Visas & Immigration.
In most categories, prices will increase by about 6.5%. This applies to key areas related to education and short-term trips:
- The student visa will increase from £524 to £558,
- The visa for children of students will also rise to £558,
- The tourist visa will increase in price from £127 to £135,
- The youth mobility visa — from £319 to £340,
- The short-term study visa (6–11 months, English language) — from £214 to £228.
The cost of the Graduate Route — a visa for graduates — will also increase: from £880 to £937.
Separately, the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) stands out, with its cost rising by 25% at once — from £16 to £20. Since the system launched in late 2023, the price has already doubled — initially, the application cost just £10.
The current price increase is a continuation of a trend in recent years. In April 2025, visa fees were already raised by approximately 7%, and even earlier, in October 2023, prices went up by about a third.
Against the backdrop of regular fee increases, travelling and studying in the UK is becoming increasingly expensive, especially for those planning a long-term stay. How this will affect the influx of tourists and students will become clear by the end of this year.
