Students who select the United Kingdom as their preferred study destination will need to meet criteria set out by the UK government. For more detailed information about the types of documentation permitted by the United Kingdom government click here. To successfully obtain a student visa you will need to follow the steps below:

1. Prepare all academic and personal documentation including financials. 

2. Apply to an approved academic provider and pay the tuition fee deposit. 

3. Receive Acceptance Letter and CAS document.

4. Book medical appointment at an approved medical centre. 

5. Lodge student visa and pay health surcharge online. 

6. Book and attend a biometric screening {fingerprints and photo}. 

7. Book and pay for flights only when you receive a visa outcome. 

Students must supply a Statement of Purpose to prove their intention to travel to the United Kingdom is for study purposes only. Students should state their intention to return to their home country at the end of their course or after their PSW {Post Study Work} visa expires. The areas that need to be addressed prior to visa lodgement are as follows:

1. Outlining the reason{s} for selecting the United Kingdom as a study destination. 

2. Outline reasons for selecting the university and city. 

3. Individual circumstances in home country. This includes economic circumstances.

4. Details of any members of family currently residing in the United Kingdom.  

5. An undertaking that you will not burden the State, and agree to leave the United Kingdom prior to the expiry of your student visa. 

6. If your previous studies do not correlate with future studies you must provide a valid reason for this and furnish evidence to justify and support a change in study plan. 

7. Account for and evidence any study gaps between your last period of full time education and any future application to study in the United Kingdom.  

8. Evidence any previous visa rejections and your recent travel history. 

9. Any other relevant matters.

Proof of Funds 

• Full payment of CAS amount.

• £12,000 for living expenses. Funds must be evident in an approved bank account 28 days prior to visa lodgement. 

• Identify source of funds to show where future payments will come from. 

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