UK Student Visa
Candidates from visa-national countries (those who need a visa even for entry to the UK as a visitor) must apply for a UK Student Visa at the British Embassy/ Consulate/ High commission in their home country.
Other candidates have the option of presenting the relevant documents to the Immigration Officer on entry, or may apply from within the UK to switch from another category to that of Student.
If a student is studying in the UK on a UK Student Visa and intends to return home at the end of their studies, it should be made clear to any immigration and visa officers.
Duration of a Student Visa
UK Student Visas are normally granted for an initial period of one year, usually determined by the length of the course to be studied. The applicant may apply for a UK Work Permit if they wish to stay in the UK beyond their course of study.
Benefits of a Student Visa
A Student Visa does not entitle the applicant to apply for ILR which will not lead to the opportunity to become a UK citizen. The applicant may be able to change from that of a Student Visa to another visa upon the successful completion of your course.
If the applicant's course of study lasts less than 6 months you may then be able to obtain a Visit Visa.
Under the new UK Student Visa regulations, international students have permission to commence part time work of up to 20 hours per week and full time during holidays. The British Student Visa also gives permission for the student to undertake a work placement as part of their university course.
Student Visa Eligibility
Course of Study
A UK student visa applicant must show that they have been accepted onto a course of study at a recognised educational institution.
Applicants for UK student Visas must intend enrol on either:
- A recognised full-time degree course.
- A course that requires at least 15 hours of study a week.
- A full-time course of study at an independent fee-paying school.
Students must be able to pay the fees required for their course of study and be able to financially support their self throughout the whole duration of their stay in the UK.
Dependents
Married partners will be granted leave to remain for a period equal to that granted to the student. During this time, they must be able to financially support their self for the whole duration of their stay in the UK.
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