India passport to United Kingdom
Visa required for India passport holders.
IndiaUnited KingdomShort stayVisa required
India passport holders need a visa arranged in advance to enter United Kingdom, usually through an embassy, consulate or accredited visa centre.
This is short-stay visitor policy only. It does not let you work, study or settle in United Kingdom — that needs a residence permit.
Passport Index · updated 17 February 2026United Kingdom's official immigration service
- How long you can stay
- Set by the visa you are issued
- United Kingdom passports in India
- e-Visa
- Getting in
- Apply through United Kingdom's embassy, a consulate or an accredited visa centre — usually the one covering the country where you live — and allow weeks rather than days.
Long stay
Staying in United Kingdom longer
Living here takes a residence permit. 5 routes researched:
- Work / sponsored ×2
- Investment
- Family
- Student
Your passport
Easier nearby with India passports
The closest countries we cover that let India passport holders in with less paperwork than United Kingdom does.
What changes
India and United Kingdom side by side
| India | United Kingdom | |
|---|---|---|
| Capital | New Delhi | London |
| Languages | Hindi, English | English |
| Currency | Indian Rupee | Pound Sterling |
| GDP per person (2025) | $2,702 | $57,602 |
| Population | 1.46B | 69.5M |
GDP and population: World Bank.