Visa for NYU London

There are a number of factors that need to be considered when determining if a faculty member or researcher needs to obtain a visa in advance of traveling to the United Kingdom. These factors include: country of citizenship, duration of the trip, and the purpose or activity required during the trip. If in doubt, please contact the Office of Global Services (OGS) as early as possible.

Process to Prepare for Your Stay in United Kingdom

Before beginning STEP 1, be sure to have a valid passport.

A valid passport should have at least six months beyond expected return date and at minimum, two blank visa pages.

STEP 1

Complete the Immigration Assistance Request Form

Typical Timeframe: 0-1 Days

Faculty member completes the Immigration Assistance Request Form.

STEP 2

Book an Appointment with OGS

Typical Timeframe: 0-1 Days

OGS identifies proper immigration path for the intended trip and contacts faculty member.
- If OGS determines a visa is needed, faculty member books an appointment with OGS.

STEP 3

Gather Documents and Share with OGS

Typical Timeframe: 1-30 Days

Faculty member gathers their immigration and travel documents and shares with OGS via NYU Box.

Typical Documents Required to Prepare for Your Stay in United Kingdom

Original Passport(s)
- Passports should have at least six months beyond expected return date and at minimum, two blank visa pages
US Immigration Documents if you are not a US Citizen (i.e. permanent residence card, DS-2019, copy of visa and I-94, etc.)
Valid identification document showing proof of address within consulate jurisdiction, such as a driver's license or tax return
Updated and current CV
Relevant course syllabus for program abroad
Travel Itinerary - even if it is tentative
Online Entry Clearance Visa Application*:
- Online UK Entry Clearance Visa application
- 2 recent passport-sized photos per the UK Home Office's official standards. If you are in New York and in need updated photos, the NYU StudentLink Center offers passport photo services.
- Hard copy of online appointment notice
- Two hard copies of proof of online payment
- Two hard copies of assigned Certificate of Sponsorship
- Original or notarized copy of previous passports, original and copy
- Original and copy of both Payslip Authentication Letter + endorsed payslips for the previous 12 months
- If not a citizen of the country of application, original or notarized copy of applicant's immigration status document, original and copy
- Tuberculosis certificate, if applicable
- Photocopy of highest held degree (original degree may be required)
Business Invitation, Assignment and/or Appointment Letter(s)
Marriage Certificate and/or Birth Certificate(s) if spouse/partner and/or dependent children will be accompanying the faculty member.
Evidence of sufficient proof of funds may be required.

* If work permit is required

STEP 4

File Work Permit Application

Typical Timeframe: 30-60 Days

If work permit is required, OGS will work with the faculty member, their department or school, NYU London, and outside counsel (if needed) to file work permit application.

STEP 5

Complete Online Visa Application and Book Biometrics Appointment

Typical Timeframe: 0-1 Day

Faculty member completes online visa application and books biometrics appointment.

STEP 6

Attend Biometrics Appointment

Typical Timeframe: 1 Day

Faculty member attends biometrics appointment.

STEP 7

Receive Visa and Passport

Typical Timeframe: 5-30 Days

Faculty member waits for passport and visa to be returned via post.

STEP 8

Travel to Destination

Typical Timeframe: N/A

Faculty member travels to destination and enters showing their passport and visa.

STEP 9

Collect Biometric Residence Permit

Typical Timeframe: 1-10 Days

Within 10 days of arrival in the UK, the faculty member must collect their Biometric Residence Permit.
If the faculty member is staying in the UK for over six months, depending on their nationality, they may be required to register with local police within seven days of arrival. For a full list of countries please see the UK Government website.

STEP 10

Complete Suggested Travel Practices

Typical Timeframe: Prior to travel

Suggested travel practices

For NYU related short-term travel (less than 90 days) - register before departure for Geo Blue, the global short-term health insurance and put your travel details into NYU Traveler.
- Visit the Geo Blue website, click on Register Now, and use NYU Group Access Code: QHG99999NYU2.
Download Safe NYU App.
- If an emergency arises during travel, for overseas emergencies contact NYU’s Department of Campus Safety at +1 212-998-2222. Campus Safety regularly assists with international emergencies.
Visit the U.S. Department of State website to learn of any travel advisories or warnings for your destination country.
Register with your local Consulate or Embassy.
- For US citizens: Register your trip with the US Bureau of Consular Affairs by going to the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) website or by calling the Office of Overseas Citizens services at +1 202-501-4444.
- For all other citizenships: Find out if you can register with your home country's consulate or embassy. For worldwide embassy locations, go to the GoAbroad.com Embassies website.
Leave a copy of your passport bio page and visa/letter with whomever you would think to contact in an emergency. We suggest uploading a copy of your passport bio page and all immigration documents to NYU Box for your own secure access while traveling.
Visit Center for Disease Control (CDC) for information about necessary immunization prior to travel. Some immunization services available at NYU Student Health Center - Faculty and Staff Services at SHC.

Additional Resources

United Kingdom Visa Information
Tax information - This information is made available as a resource for individuals traveling abroad that are not being supported under the NYU Global Assignment Tax Protection Policy. Anyone seeking personal tax advice should seek consultation outside NYU.
- For individuals supported by the NYU Global Assignment Tax Protection Policy OGS will provide a brief in-person overview orientation of this Global Assignment Benefit.