It depends on the UK visa processing time where you have submitted your application. Generally, It takes 15 days as standard UK Visa Application processing time, though sometimes it can take more than 30 days.

Please note these are the processing times after your Biometrics have been completed. Ideally it is advised to start your visa application process 6-8 weeks prior to your intended date of departure.

If your UK visa application is refused or denied, the first thing is to understand the “reason for refusal/denial”. If a lack of proper documentation or funds/proofs is the reason, then ensure sure to have those when you apply for the UK visa for the next time.

You can re-apply for UK visa by making sure you have all the documents, funds or proofs that were lacking previously. You must pay the visa fee again as the fee paid for the old application was non-refundable.

If you do not know the reason for your visa refusal/denial, give at least 6 months before you apply for the visa again.

Yes. You can withdraw your UK visa application. Any visa fee and priority service fee that is already paid are not refundable.

The UK consulate will keep your passport for the entirety of the visa process. If you are applying for UK visa in a third country, it can be scary to not have your passport with you.

In the event of an emergency, to withdraw your visa application, you must submit a withdrawal request along with the reason for withdrawal to the consulate via email. It might take up to 72 hours for the consulate to locate your packet and send it back to you.