There are some basic requirements of the visa you must satisfy if you are to be considered for the business visitor visa to the United Kingdom.

On a visitor visa you can only undertake certain work related activities whilst in the United Kingdom. If you are not sure of these work related activities please click here.

These are:

• you only want to visit the United Kingdom for up to six months;

• you plan to leave the United Kingdom at the end of your visit;

• you have enough money to support and accommodate yourself without working or help from public funds.

Visitor Visa Restrictions

You can do business in the United Kingdom either as a tourist or in connection with your work or business overseas.

You cannot;

• do paid or unpaid work;

• produce goods or provide services in the United Kingdom;

• sell goods and services to members of the public.

You can;

• go to meetings with United Kingdom businesses or negotiate and enter into contracts with them;

• go to trade fairs, conferences and classroom training;

• enter as a visitor if you are a sports person or entertainer coming to the United Kingdom for a trial or audition, or for a personal appearance which does not involve a performance.