The Schengen visa policy is set by the European Union and applies to Schengen states and other EU Member States except for non-participating countries such as Ireland and the United Kingdom.

The UK has long been a country that attracts so many tourists. Depending on the purpose of entry, you apply for a long or short term visa. So how does the short term UK visa differ from the long term UK and how long does it take to apply for a long term UK visa?