A UK Student Visa allows international students to study full-time at a licensed UK university, college, or school. It is the main visa for students coming from outside the UK and is often called the “Student Route” visa.

You are eligible if: – You have an unconditional offer from a UK institution approved by the Home Office. – You have a valid CAS (Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies). – You can show proof of sufficient funds for tuition and living costs. – You meet English language requirements.

You can apply up to 6 months before your course starts if applying from outside the UK, or 3 months before your course starts if applying from inside the UK.

Standard processing usually takes about 3 weeks when applying from outside the UK. Inside the UK, applications can take up to 8 weeks, depending on the type of application. Priority services may be available in some countries.

You will need: – CAS letter from your university/college – Valid passport – Proof of funds (bank statements or financial documents) – English language certificate (if required) – Academic documents used to obtain your offer – Tuberculosis test results (for certain countries) – Proof of relationship if applying with dependents

You must show that your required funds (tuition + living expenses) have been in your account for at least 28 consecutive days before your visa application date. Even a one-day gap can cause refusal.

You need to show: – Tuition fee for the first year of your course (or the whole course if it’s less than one year). – Living expenses: – £1,334 per month (up to 9 months) if studying in London. – £1,023 per month (up to 9 months) if studying outside London.

Yes. The IHS is a yearly fee that allows you to access the UK’s National Health Service (NHS) for medical treatment during your stay.

A CAS (Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies) is an electronic reference number given by your university/college once you accept an offer. It contains details about your course, fees, and personal information, and is required to apply for your visa.

Yes, but with restrictions: – Up to 20 hours per week during term-time. – Full-time during holidays and vacation periods. You cannot take permanent full-time jobs or be self-employed.

Yes, but only if: – You are studying a postgraduate course (Master’s or PhD) that lasts 9 months or longer, or – You are sponsored by a government for a course of 6 months or more.

Most students need to prove English proficiency. Accepted tests include: – IELTS Academic / IELTS for UKVI – TOEFL iBT – PTE Academic – UKVI-approved SELT (Secure English Language Tests) Some exemptions apply if you studied in an English-speaking country.

If your application is refused, you will receive a refusal letter explaining the reason. You can: – Apply for an administrative review if you believe a mistake was made. – Correct the issue (e.g., insufficient funds, missing documents) and reapply.

Yes, you can switch if you are already in the UK on an eligible visa (for example, work or visitor visa). You must apply before your current visa expires.

It depends on your course length. Normally: – The full course duration. – Extra time before and after the course (usually 1 month before + 2–4 months after).

Yes. You can extend your visa if: – You are continuing on the same course, or – You are starting a new course at a higher academic level.

Yes. After your studies, you may be eligible for the Graduate Route (Post-Study Work Visa), which allows you to work in the UK for: – 2 years (Bachelor’s or Master’s graduates) – 3 years (PhD graduates)

Yes. The UK Student Visa fee is currently £490 (outside the UK) or the same amount for extending/switching inside the UK.

You do not need private medical insurance, but you must pay the Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS). This allows you to use the NHS for healthcare services.

Common reasons include: – Not meeting the financial requirements (funds or 28-day rule). – Missing or incorrect documents. – Not meeting English language requirements. – Providing false or misleading information.