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Total UK visa cost including IHS.

Generic visa-fee calculators show only the application fee and miss the Immigration Health Surcharge — usually 60-80% of the total cost. This calculator includes IHS at the correct rate for your route, plus biometrics and optional priority service.

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Estimated total cost
£3,924

For a Skilled Worker visa for 3 years.

Application fee (main)
£719
IHS (main)
£3,105
Biometrics
£100
Cross-checked with gov.uk visa fees · Last verified
This calculator is an estimate based on standard published fees. Your actual cost may vary based on specific application centre fees, exchange rates if paying from overseas, and any add-on services you choose. Always confirm the exact figure on gov.uk before paying.

No. 01 — Common questions

What people ask before paying

  1. 01

    Are these the official UK visa fees for 2026?

    Yes — every figure is sourced from gov.uk's published visa fees and cross-checked weekly. The 'Last verified' date in the calculator confirms when the figures were last updated against the official source.

  2. 02

    Does the calculator include all costs?

    It includes the application fee, Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS), biometrics and optional priority service — the main UKVI-controlled costs. It doesn't include third-party costs like English language tests (£150-£200), TB tests (£75-£150), translations (£20-£60 per document), or accommodation costs at biometric appointments.

  3. 03

    Why is the IHS so expensive?

    IHS is paid upfront for the entire visa period (not annually), giving you NHS access on the same basis as a UK resident for the duration of your visa. £1,035/year for adults, £776/year for students and under-18s. For a 5-year Skilled Worker visa it adds £5,175 to the total.

  4. 04

    Can I pay in instalments?

    No. UKVI requires full payment of the application fee plus IHS at the time of application. The fees are not refundable if your application is refused.

  5. 05

    What about ILR fees later?

    ILR is a separate £3,029 application after 5 years on most routes. The calculator's ILR option shows that figure. You can also model a multi-stage journey (initial visa → extension → ILR) by running the calculator three times.

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