Applying for a visa Applying for a visa to to study in in the the UK UK
The UK s global visa service 2 92% of student (Tier 4) applications are successful 7% increase in the number of Tier 4 applications received in the last year 96% of all visa applications issued within 15 working days
Student visa routes 3 There are three visa routes that potential students can use to study in the UK. They are: Tier 4 (General) Tier 4 (Child) Student visitor Visa nationals are required to apply for their Tier 4 visa and student visitor before they travel to the UK. Non-visa nationals are required to apply for a Tier 4 visa before they travel to the UK but do not need to obtain a student visitor visa before arrival. You will be stamped in as a student visitor by the border official.
Tier 4 (General) visa Tier 4 (General) visa holders Suitable if you want to come to the UK to study as an adult students or for your post-16 education. You are allowed to: To edit click View>Header and Footer 4 Tier 4 (General) visa holders are not allowed to: Study for a course that is generally longer than 6 months, although it can be shorter Have applied for a course with an approved Tier 4 sponsor (a list can be found on our website) Be issued with a Certificate of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) Work more hours then stated in the guidance Change institutions without first notifying UKVI and applying for a fresh visa Cease studying without notifying UKVI Provide all the supporting documentation when you make your Tier 4 (General) application Always check the conditions attached to your visa!
Tier 4 (Child) visa To edit click View>Header and Footer 5 Tier 4 (Child) visa holders Suitable if you want to come to the UK to: Tier 4 (Child) visa holders are not allowed to: Study at an institution which is an independent fee-paying school if aged between four and 15 years old Study at an institution which hold a Tier 4 licence You must have suitable arrangements in place for your travel, reception and care in the UK. Study at an institution which is not viewed as independent fee-paying Change institutions without first informing UKVI Alter the care arrangement put in place as a condition of the visa without informing UKVI
Studying whilst on a student visit visa 6 Student visitor visa holders Suitable if you want to study in the UK for a short time: Student visit visa holders are not allowed to: On a short course no more than 6 months (or 11 months or less if doing English Language). You must study with an institution accredited by a recognised body (BAC, Accreditation UK, ABLS, ASIC) work in the UK extend their stay
Visa application process 7 Application made online or at visa application centre Biometrics details enrolled at visa application centre, documents submitted and a credibility interview undertaken (if required). Documents sent to visa section further checks conducted - entry clearance officer makes decision Biometric and biographical details checked in UK Visa granted Visa added to passport and returned to applicant Visa refused Passport and documents returned to applicant
Tier 4 - Supporting documents 8 You will need to provide a number of documents when you make your application. Here are some of the documents you may need: A current and valid travel document as well as your previous passports A Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) Evidence of your qualifications as specified in the CAS and evidence of English language ability Evidence of your finances as detailed in the Tier 4 (General) guidance An Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) certificate (if applicable) A Tuberculosis certificate (if applicable) For a more information please visit our website www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa
Knowledge of English 9 To be granted a Tier 4 visa in most cases you will need to have a good knowledge of English. This is demonstrated by achieving a Secure English Language Test certificate. There are test centres around the world To find you nearest provider and the level of English you require, visit www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa
Work options after you complete your studies in the UK 10 The UK welcomes the brightest and the best, and this includes extending employment opportunities to the most promising students who are finishing their studies in the UK. The following work options are available to you: The Doctorate Extension Scheme Tier 2 (General) Tier 1 (Graduate Entrepreneur) Tier 1 (Exceptional Talent) Tier 5 (Internship) To find out more visit www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa
Any questions? 11