Visa centres and appointments in the UK
Where to apply, how the centres work and how to find an earlier appointment.
Important
We are not VFS Global, TLScontact, BLS International or an embassy, and we cannot book or speed up visa appointments. Official appointments are free to book on the official websites only. Do not pay anyone who sells slots.
VFSVFS Global (UK centres)Used by several embassies for applicants in the UK. Choose "United Kingdom" and the country you apply for, then book on the official site. Booking is free.
Official website
TLSTLScontact (UK centres)Used by some embassies, for example France, for applicants in the UK. Create an account, choose the UK centre and the visa type, then book.
Official website
BLSBLS International (UK centres)Used by some embassies, for example Spain, for applicants in the UK. Open the page of the country you are applying for.
Official website
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Need a flight reservation for your appointment?
Choose a plan that is still valid on your appointment date. It is a reservation, not a ticket.