Applying for UK Universities
Key UK International Student Visa Information
UK international student visas are legal documents that many students require to study in the UK. The application process might seem a little complex, so it’s always best to seek advice if you need any help.
There are options to extend your visa under certain circumstances and rules explaining how soon you can move to the UK before your course begins; typically 1 month early if your course lasts longer than 6 months.
UKEC help provide UK international student visa consultations to guide you through the whole process.
UK Visa Fees for International Students
The cost of a UK international student visa is £363 (GBP Sterling) from outside the UK or £490 to extend or switch to a UK international student visa from within the UK. You may also need to pay a healthcare surcharge to cover any medical costs while you stay in the country.
Applying for a Visa to Study in the UK
Students can apply for a visa to study in the UK as long as they are aged 16 and over, have a place to study on a course offered by a licensed student sponsor, have enough money to fund the course and living expenses, can understand English (speaking, reading, and writing), and have the consent of their parents (if they’re younger than 18).
For students currently living outside the UK, the earliest you can apply for a UK international student visa is 6 months before the date your course is set to start, and you will typically receive a result within 3 weeks. The length of your visa will depend on your course. For degree-level studies, you should be able to live in the UK for up to 5 years. For anything below degree-level, you should be able to stay for up to 2 years in the UK.
Schengen Visa for International Students in UK
If you want to travel to Europe to study while living in the UK and intend to stay for a maximum of 3 months, you may need to apply for a Schengen visa for international students in the UK, depending on your nationality.
To apply for a Schengen visa for international students in the UK, you will need to have 3 months remaining on your international student tier 4 visa from the day you are planning to leave the Schengen area to return to the UK. UKEC can provide guidance and help you apply for a Schengen visa for international students in the UK.
Expert Immigration Advice Service
UKEC have been working with the same expert immigration advice service provider for years. They’re one of our highly trusted partners, helping students access the information they need to apply for a UK international student visa.
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