- Size 2 × 2 inches, full face, plain white background with no shadows.
- Eyes open and looking at the camera; neck, chin, nose, forehead, both ears, and eyes must be visible.
- Natural expression with mouth closed, no smile or frown.
- No glasses, hats, scarves, or hair clips (religious or medical exceptions need a statement).
- Use printed photos from a reputable source, home or office printer copies are not accepted.
- Invalid format photos will be rejected and delay submission.
Visa Services
Great Britain Visa Services in Houston
Need a Great Britain visa? Sam's Passport in Houston prepares the consulate file. Clients nationwide ship the passport overnight. Call (713) 784-5501.
Outline
NOTE: If the applicant does not pay the expediting fees, which are, determine by nationality online, the processing time will be 3 weeks minimum.
Sam’s Passport Inc. is a Licensed and Registered Company with the Embassy of The United Kingdom.
We will FedEx or deliver your passport back to your address as soon as the consulate releases your passport to us.
There are different types of visas for The United Kingdom and each has its own requirements, processing time and fees. Please click on the visa type that fits your needs.
Tourist visa
Gather every required document below for this tourist visa. A missing item delays consulate filing.
Required documents
Use this list for the file. Non-U.S. citizens must add status documents with the passport.
Passport
Must be signed and valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended stay.
The applicant must submit either a notarized Copy of Alien Registration Card (Green Card) -or- evidence of legal status in USA (valid visa plus I-94 in passport)
Visa application form
Please download, fill out and print 2 copies of the Great Britain Visa application form
Photos
Provide 2 color passport-type photographs with a white background.
Biometrics
Once your application is submitted online, you will be instructed to report to the nearest biometric scanning facility in your region.
Proof of travel & Hotel reservation
Please provide a copy of your flight itinerary and a hotel reservation.
Letter of invitation
A letter with a request to issue a visa addressed to the Consular Section of the Embassy of United Kingdom in New York Please, indicate your name, the purpose of your trip, your contact in UK, the dates of your planned trip, and places to be visited.
Employment letter
Letter must state the length of service and vacation dates. If you do not have employer we need a letter from the University that you are attending.
Sam's request form
Download, print, and fill out Sam's request form.
Business visa
Gather every required document below for this business visa. A missing item delays consulate filing.
Required documents
Use this list for the file. Non-U.S. citizens must add status documents with the passport.
Passport
Must be signed and valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended stay.
The applicant must submit either a notarized Copy of Alien Registration Card (Green Card) -or- evidence of legal status in USA (valid visa plus I-94 in passport)
Visa application form
Please download, fill out and print 2 copies of the Great Britain Visa application form
Photos
Provide 2 color passport-type photographs with a white background.
- Size 2 × 2 inches, full face, plain white background with no shadows.
- Eyes open and looking at the camera; neck, chin, nose, forehead, both ears, and eyes must be visible.
- Natural expression with mouth closed, no smile or frown.
- No glasses, hats, scarves, or hair clips (religious or medical exceptions need a statement).
- Use printed photos from a reputable source, home or office printer copies are not accepted.
- Invalid format photos will be rejected and delay submission.
Letter of guarantee
A letter with a request to issue a visa addressed to the Consular Section of the Embassy of United Kingdom in New York. Please, indicate your name, the purpose of your trip, your contact in UK the dates of your planned trip, and places to be visited and financial support and return transportation.
Please look at the following Sample of the
Letter of invite
A letter of invite from the inviting organization, with a request to issue a visa addressed to the Consular Section of the Embassy of United Kingdom in New York Please, indicate your name, the purpose of your trip, your contact in UK, the dates of your planned trip, and places to be visited.
Proof of travel & Hotel reservation
Please provide a copy of your flight itinerary and a hotel reservation.
Biometrics
Once your application is submitted online, you will be instructed to report to the nearest biometric scanning facility in your region.
Sam's request form
Download, print, and fill out Sam's request form.
Work visa
Gather every required document below for this work visa. A missing item delays consulate filing.
Required documents
Use this list for the file. Non-U.S. citizens must add status documents with the passport.
Passport
Must be signed and valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended stay.
The applicant must submit either a notarized Copy of Alien Registration Card (Green Card) -or- evidence of legal status in USA (valid visa plus I-94 in passport)
Visa application form
Please download, fill out and print 2 copies of the Great Britain Visa application form
Photos
Provide 2 color passport-type photographs with a white background.
- Size 2 × 2 inches, full face, plain white background with no shadows.
- Eyes open and looking at the camera; neck, chin, nose, forehead, both ears, and eyes must be visible.
- Natural expression with mouth closed, no smile or frown.
- No glasses, hats, scarves, or hair clips (religious or medical exceptions need a statement).
- Use printed photos from a reputable source, home or office printer copies are not accepted.
- Invalid format photos will be rejected and delay submission.
Letter of guarantee
After completion of application, please print, sign and include with accompanying requirements in package to be sent to us. Please be prepared to follow the new Biometric finger scan instructions in order to complete the visa process.
There are two parts where signature is required in page 2 and page 9.
Letter of invite
A letter of invite from the inviting organization, with a request to issue a visa addressed to the Consular Section of the Embassy of United Kingdom in New York Please, indicate your name, the purpose of your trip, your contact in UK, the dates of your planned trip, and places to be visited.
Work permit
A valid work permit from the inviting organization.
For work or resident visa accompanying child must submit an original birth certificate and spouse must submit the original marriage license.
Pay stubs
The applicant’s original pay stubs for the last 12 months. If only copies are available, the applicant will need to provide an original letter on the U.S. company letter-head signed by a supervisor that states each pay date and the amount of pay. In addition the letter will need to state that all the information is true and correct.
Proof of travel & Hotel reservation
Please provide a copy of your flight itinerary and a hotel reservation.
Biometrics
Once your application is submitted online, you will be instructed to report to the nearest biometric scanning facility in your region.
Sam's request form
Download, print, and fill out Sam's request form.
Ship your documents
Please use FedEx Priority Overnight or UPS Priority Overnight unless the visa type asks you to email scans.
Houston office
1811 Bering Drive
Suite #100,
Houston, TX, 77057
Tel: (713) 784-5501
What to include in your package
PassportMust be signed and valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended stay.
Visa application form After completion of application, please print, sign and include with accompanying requirements in package to be sent to us. Secure Online Application
Photos2 Passport-type photographs on a white background required.
BiometricsOnce your application is submitted online, you will be instructed to report to the nearest biometric scanning facility in your region.
Proof of travel & Hotel reservationPlease provide a copy of your flight itinerary and a hotel reservation.
Letter of invitationA letter with a request to issue a visa addressed to the Consular Section of the Embassy of United Kingdom in New York Please, indicate your name, the purpose of your trip, your contact in UK, the dates of your planned trip, and places to be visited.
Employment letterLetter must state the length of service and vacation dates.
Letter of guaranteeA letter with a request to issue a visa addressed to the Consular Section of the Embassy of United Kingdom in New York. Business letter of guarantee
Letter of inviteA letter of invite from the inviting organization, with a request to issue a visa addressed to the Consular Section of the Embassy of United Kingdom in New York Please, indicate your name, the purpose of your trip, your contact in UK, the dates of your planned trip, and places to be visited.
Work permitA valid work permit from the inviting organization.
Pay stubsThe applicant’s original pay stubs for the last 12 months.
Driver's LivenseColor copy of the applicant Driver’s License
Citizenship(s)Other Citizenship(s) if applicable beside US Nationality
OccupationThe applicant Occupation
Sam's request formDownload, print, and fill out Sam’s request form. Sam’s request form
Call before you shipConfirm your visa type, travel date, and fees at (713) 784-5501.
Walk-in drop-off is available at Suite 100. Clients nationwide can ship to the Houston office. We return the passport by FedEx or local delivery as soon as the consulate releases it.
Common questions about Great Britain visas
Can Sam's Passport file a Great Britain visa?
Yes, when the mission allows third-party filing. Sam's Passport in Houston reviews the Great Britain visa file and submits a complete packet. Call (713) 784-5501 with your travel date.
Can I use this service if I do not live in Houston?
Yes. Complete any required local steps, then ship the passport and documents overnight to Sam's Passport in Houston from anywhere in the U.S.
How long does a Great Britain visa take?
Timing depends on the visa type and the consulate. Call (713) 784-5501 with your departure date and we will match the process to it.