UK Student Visa
A UK Student visa allows international students to study at a recognised educational institution in the UK. This visa was previously known as the Tier 4 (General) student visa.
You can apply for a Student visa to study in the UK if you're 16 or over and you have been offered a place on a course by a licensed student sponsor.
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for a Student visa, you must:
- Have an unconditional offer of a place on a course with a licensed student sponsor.
- Be able to speak, read, write, and understand English.
- Have enough money to support yourself and pay for your course - the amount will vary depending on your circumstances.
- If you are 16 or 17, have your parent or guardian's consent.
You must meet all other eligibility requirements depending on your circumstances.
Documents you'll need to apply
- A current passport or other valid travel documentation.
- A Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) from your course provider.
- Proof you have enough money to support yourself and pay for your course - this will vary depending on your circumstances.
- Proof of parental or other legal guardian consent if you're under 18.
- Your tuberculosis test results if you're from a country where you have to take the test.
You may need additional documents depending on your circumstances.
Knowledge of English
You must prove your knowledge of the English language when you apply. You must prove you can read, write, speak and understand English to a certain level on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) scale.
Level B2 on the CEFR scale is required if you're studying at a Degree level or above, or CEFR level B1 if you're studying below degree level.
Applying from outside the UK
The earliest you can apply for a visa is 6 months before you start your course. You'll usually get a decision on your visa within 3 weeks.
Applying from inside the UK
The earliest you can apply is 3 months before your course starts. You must apply before your current visa expires. Your new course must begin within 28 days of your current visa expiring. You'll usually get a decision within 8 weeks.
How much are UK Student visa fees?
It costs £490 to apply for, switch, or extend a Student visa from inside or outside the UK. You'll also have to pay the healthcare surcharge as part of your application.
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