A Super Priority Visa (SPV) is an optional, paid-for service that customers in select locations around the world can purchase, in addition to the visa fee, to receive a faster decision on their visa application.
This is the first time customers in Hong Kong will be able to take advantage of the optional service.
Customers who choose SPV will usually receive a decision on their UK visa application by the end of the next working day if your appointment is on a weekday. It could take 2 working days after your appointment if your appointment is at the weekend or on a bank holiday.
Customers should be aware that it can take longer than 2 working days, for example if the Home Office needs to ask you for more information.
The fee for the Super Priority Visa Service is currently £1,000, plus the standard fee for the type of visa being applied for.
The processing time for a Standard UK visa is 15 working days, although this excludes evenings, weekends or national, public holidays, and in some instances applications may take longer.
The very latest visa decision waiting times for each visa category are published on gov.uk. This also includes additional information about the priority services for those applying outside of the UK.
Speaking of the launch announcement, the Consul General to Hong Kong & Macau Brian Davidson CMG said
I am excited to announce that the Super Priority Visa service is now available in Hong Kong. This new service will be beneficial for our customers in the business and trade sector as well as those customers who need a decision on their visa faster and at short notice. The introduction of this service will give customers more flexibility and demonstrates our ongoing commitment to enhancing the visa services available for Hong Kongers travelling to the UK.
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