Visa for travel to or stopover in Cambridge

Foreign nationals wishing to travel to Cambridge must be in possession of a UK travel permit. There are several types of travel authorization available for travel to Cambridge.

Do I need a visa for Cambridge?

Cambridge is a major city in England, so all foreign nationals wishing to enter the UK via Cambridge must be in possession of a residence permit. Depending on the reason for visiting Cambridge, visitors can apply for an English tourist visa.

For stays of less than 6 months: You don’t need a visa for Cambridge, as most European countries waive visa requirements for their nationals. Recently, some Middle Eastern countries have also been able to obtain an ETA travel authorization simply and easily online.

Do I need a visa to stop over in Cambridge?

There are two ways to stop over in Cambridge:

• Travellers can apply for a transit visa for a stopover in Cambridge;
• If the traveler is a national of a member country of the UK Visa Waiver Program, he or she can apply for a UK ETA to stop over in Cambridge without a visa.

How much does a visa for Cambridge cost?

The price of a Cambridge visa depends on the type of visa required to travel to the UK. The administrative fee for a tourist visitor visa of up to 6 months is £115. For longer stays, visa administration fees are higher. If the traveler is eligible to obtain an ETA for the UK, then the price will be lower: An ETA costs a minimum of £10.

How do I get a visa for Cambridge?

To obtain a visa for Cambridge, foreign nationals must follow an online visa application procedure. This process comprises several stages:

• Choose the type of visa according to the purpose of the trip;
• Gather the necessary supporting documents;
• Fill in the online visa application form ;
• Pay visa fees;
• Make an appointment with a British embassy;
• Submit documents to finalize visa application;
• Take part in a visa interview if your file requires it.

Do I need ETA authorization for Cambridge?

An eligible foreign national can apply for an ETA for Cambridge. The turnaround time is very short. The ETA for Oxford is valid for 2 years for stays of up to 6 consecutive months in the UK.

Image of a visa for Cambridge in the UK

Here’s a photo of a visa for England. This visa allows you to enter the UK through the city of Cambridge.