UK Student Visa Application
Complete application process for international students seeking to study in the UK. Includes eligibility verification, obtaining Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) from a licensed sponsor, proving English language proficiency, demonstrating financial capability, gathering required documentation, completing online application, attending biometric appointment, and receiving eVisa. Applicants must be 16 or over, have sufficient funds for tuition and living costs (£1,483/month in London or £1,136/month outside London), and meet English language requirements (CEFR B2 for degree level, B1 below degree level). Application timeline varies: can apply up to 6 months before course starts from outside UK, or 3 months before from inside UK.
Step-by-step guide
Check Eligibility Requirements
You must be 16 or over and meet the following: have been offered a place on a course by a licensed student sponsor, have enough money to support yourself and pay for your course, can speak, read, write and understand English, have consent from your parents if you're 16 or 17.
Choose Eligible Course
You can study: a full-time course leading to a qualification below degree level (RQF level 3, 4 or 5) with at least 15 hours/week of daytime study; a full-time course at degree level or above (RQF level 6, 7 or 8); a part-time course above degree level (RQF level 7+); an English language course at level B2 or above in CEFR; or work as a Student Union Sabbatical Officer.
Receive Offer and CAS from Licensed Sponsor
Get an unconditional offer from a licensed student sponsor. Your education provider will send you a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) reference number once they've offered you a place. You need this CAS before you can apply for your visa. You must apply within 6 months of receiving your CAS.
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