- How long will it take to process my application?
The UK Border Agency in Jakarta strongly recommends
that applications are lodged at least 15 working
days before travel, but advise that if an interview
and enquiries are needed, or at times of high seasonal
demand, it could take longer. Each application is unique
and subject to an individual assessment, so the UK Border
Agency cannot guarantee individual processing times.
See the Guide to processing times link on this
website for further information.
The British Consulate General does not recommend
the purchase of a flight ticket until you know the decision
on your application. However, they do suggest the submission
of an indicative flight itinerary, which can be booked
free of charge from most travel agents in Indonesia.
- Why do I need to provide documents in support
of an application?
UK immigration law requires the applicant to satisfy
the visa officer that they qualify for entry under the
Immigration Rules. UK Border Agency staff at the British
Consulate General aim to resolve the majority of applications
without an interview. If an applicant has not included
the required documents, the VFS official will point
this out. It is then up to the applicant to decide whether
to submit their application.
- What supporting documents are needed?
Please see the document checklists on this website
provided by the UK Border Agency at the British Consulate
General in Jakarta. The UK Border Agency advise that
it is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure
they have read the available information on the category
of visa they want to apply for. Everyone's circumstances
are different and it is up to the applicant to decide
whether to submit these documents, or different ones.
The lists do not cover every single eventuality, and
producing all the documents will not guarantee a visa.
Applicants should make sure they include all supporting
papers with their applications, and not send, or fax
us any papers separately. Where possible, applicants
should submit original documents. It is easier to verify
if an original document is genuine, than a photocopied
one. However, we recognise that some documents are too
valuable to submit with an application. In these cases
applicants should submit a good quality photocopy. Please
don't send us credit cards, or original airline tickets.
A set of photocopies of all documents provided should
be included with your application. Translations
in English should be provided for any documents not
in English language.
- How will I know when my visa is ready for collection?
You can also call the call centre of the UK visa application
centre on 62 21 5140 1583/ + 62 21 5140 1584 to check
when your visa is ready for collection. Please see our
Additional Services page for details of our online
tracking and sms update services.
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