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Talk to a person at UK Visas and Immigration
Visas, immigration applications and eVisas.
Standard rate, included in most mobile minutes
0300 790 6268
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Hours and numbers
Opening hoursCheck ukvi.co.uk for current hours.
Fastest route to a person
- Calls to the UKVI contact centre may cost more than a normal call, check gov.uk first
- Have your National Insurance number or reference number ready
- Listen to the menu once, then pick the closest option. If a voice asks why you're calling, keep it to two or three words
- If you're told to go online, ask once more for an adviser
- Write down the adviser's name, the date and any reference
Menu shortcuts change often. Tell us if one stops working.
Quietest time to call
Right at opening (8am), Wednesday to Friday
Busiest, avoid if you can
Monday mornings, lunchtimes and the first week of the month
Monday mornings, lunchtimes and the first week of the month
Other ways in
Online helpukvi.co.uk
PostUse the address on your latest letter, and keep a copy
Not sorted? Complain
Complain to the organisation first. If that doesn't fix it, ask your MP to refer you to the Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman.
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Last checked 2026-11-06