A V 4 under the UK Immigration Rules. The specific requirement under V 4.2 was not satisfied.
If your UK visa application was refused citing V 4.2, this page explains exactly what that means, why the caseworker reached this conclusion, and what options you have — including administrative review, appeal, and reapplication with stronger evidence.
Based on current UK Home Office immigration rules (updated 2026)
A V 4.2 refusal means the caseworker was not satisfied that the applicant is a genuine visitor — typically due to weak ties to the home country, inadequate financial evidence, or concerns about intent to remain in the UK.
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A V 4.2 refusal means the caseworker was not satisfied that the applicant is a genuine visitor — typically due to weak ties to the home country, inadequate financial evidence, or concerns about intent to remain in the UK.
In most cases, yes — unless the refusal includes a mandatory re-entry ban. You must address every point in the refusal letter with stronger evidence. A pre-submission check identifies remaining gaps before you pay the application fee again.
For refusals involving deception findings, character grounds, or complex legal issues, consulting an IAA-registered immigration advisor is strongly recommended. For straightforward evidence gaps, a structured pre-check can identify what needs to be fixed.