UK study visas
If you’re coming to study in the UK from outside of the European Economic Area – you’ll need a student visa. Here you’ll find information on the UK points-based immigration system and a handy guide to applying for visas. There’s also advice on extending your student visa if you don’t want your UK study abroad experience to end.
Essential Travel documents
You need to bring the following documents with you
- Valid passport
- Visa/entry clearance (if applicable)
- Air ticket
- Vaccination certificates
- X-ray report (if required)
- Letter of acceptance
- Documentary evidence of funds
- Degree certificates or technical qualifications
Apply for a general student visa
To apply for a general student visa you will need to fill in an application form, pay a £145 fee and provide the following information:
- passport or travel document
- visa letter from your UK education provider
- bank statements to prove you have enough money to study and live in the UK
- documents required by your UK education provider when they accepted you for the course
- biometric details (photo and fingerprint scan).
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