Can I visit the UK for private medical treatment?

In addition to the usual visit criteria, medical visitors must also be able to demonstrate that they:

1. Have arranged their private medical treatment before travel to the UK and may provide confirmation of the medical condition requiring consultation or treatment, where the consultation or treatment will take place and the estimated costs and likely duration of the treatment;
2. Will be receiving treatment of a finite nature; and
3. Are not a danger to the public health should they be permitted entry to the UK.

Evidence of the above requirements should be presented to the Home Office at visa application stage or if the individual is a non-visa national, to Border Control at the UK port of entry.

If the individual is applying for a Visit Visa in advance of travel to the UK, they may apply for a period of 6 months or 11 months, depending on the circumstances surrounding their medical treatment. The application can be submitted no more than 3 months ahead of the intended travel date to the UK.

The Gherson Immigration Team has extensive experience in aiding visitors to the UK. Please do not hesitate to contact us to discuss your options, send us an e-mail, or alternatively, follow us on Twitter, Facebook, or LinkedIn to stay-up-to-date.

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