Student Visa Guide — United Kingdom
3–8 weeks
490 (Tier 4 Student)
3–8 weeks
Processing Time
490 (Tier 4 Student)
Visa Fee
Visa Overview
General overview of the student visa...
Application Steps
1
One step per line. e.g. "Step 1: Get your CAS number from university"
2
Step 1: Receive university offer letter
3
Step 2: Get your CAS number
4
Step 3: Prepare financial documents
5
Step 4: Apply online at gov.uk
6
Step 5: Pay visa fee and IHS
7
Step 6: Book biometrics appointment
8
Step 7: Receive visa decision
Visa Requirements
- One requirement per line. e.g. "Valid passport (6+ months validity)"
- Valid passport
- University acceptance letter
- Proof of funds
- English language test results
- Health insurance
- Passport photos
Required Documents
One document per line.
Passport
CAS letter from university
Bank statements (last 3 months)
IELTS/TOEFL certificate
Academic transcripts
Passport-size photos
Work Permit / Part-time Work
Students can work up to 20 hours/week during term time and full-time during holidays.
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- Processing Time 3–8 weeks
- Visa Fee 490 (Tier 4 Student)