Youth Mobility Visa DIY Guide
Your online application

Step 2: Completing Your Online Application

Personal Information: Name, date of birth, nationality—ensure it matches your passport exactly.
Travel History: Include travel details as per Step 1 (e.g., recent trips to the UK and other countries).
Residential Address: Provide consistent addresses for the last two years in MM/YYYY format.
Accommodation in the UK: Use a placeholder address like “The Generator Hostel, London” if you don’t have a confirmed UK address yet.
Financial Evidence: State that you have access to funds (£2,530 or equivalent).
Duration of Funds: Confirm that funds have been held for 28 days.

After submission, you’ll get a confirmation email with your unique GWF application number. Keep this safe.

Common Pitfalls when filling out your application

PERSONAL DETAILS

Ensure your name, birth date, and passport number match exactly as they appear on your passport.
Double-check spelling to avoid delays or rejections.

RESIDENTIAL ADDRESS CONSISTENCY

Use the same addresses for the past two years as listed in other parts of your application.
Cross-reference with any documents you submit, such as bank statements or proof of residency.

INCOMPLETE TRAVEL HISTORY

Include as much detail as possible for recent trips to avoid scrutiny. Missing information may delay processing.

PAYMENT ERRORS

Ensure your card allows international transactions and has sufficient funds for the visa fee.
If you experience issues, contact your bank immediately to resolve them.

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