UK student visa requirements

1. 2022 U K S T U D E N T V I S A R E Q U I R E M E N T S W W W . Z O O M A B R O A D . C O M Slides 01

2. UK VISA REQUIREMENTS UK visa requirements and general immigration criteria are managed by UK Visas and Immigration. Slides 02

3. The result of the UK’s referendum on membership in the European Union (‘Brexit’) has led to some uncertainty over visa regulations Slides 03

4. The UK government has stated that there will be no change to the rights and status of EU citizens until 2021. Slides 04

5. If you’re studying a short course and are over 18 years old, you may be eligible for the short-term study visa. Slides 05

6. UK VISA VALIDITY This is valid up to six months for most short courses and can be extended for a stay of up to 11 months for English language courses. @reallygreatsite Slides 06

7. @reallygreatsite If you’re studying a longer course, you’ll need to make sure your chosen institution holds a Tier 4 Sponsor License. Slides 07

8. UK STUDENT VISA REQUIREMENTS Slides 08

9. WHEN TO APPLY FOR UK VISA? You can apply for the visa up to three months in advance of the start date of your course. @reallygreatsite Slides 06

10. You can also get in touch with the study abroad consultants like Zoom Abroad to help you out in meeting all the criteria to apply for a visa and study in the UK. @zoomabroad Slides 09

11. UK student visas are awarded on a points-based system. You will need to score 70 points to receive the UK visa. @zoomabroad Slides 10

12. UK student visas are awarded on a points-based system. You will need to score 70 points to receive the UK visa. @zoomabroad Slides 11

13. Additional Details An unconditional offer of a place on a course offered by a licensed Tier 4 Sponsor, evidenced by a 'Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies’ (CAS) form from your course provider (worth 30 points) Proof of adequate English language skills, demonstrated by passing one of the secure English language tests (SELT). You will not need to provide this if you’re from an English-speaking country such as the United States or have completed a qualification equivalent to a UK degree in an English-speaking country. Slides 12

14. Additional Details: Proof you have financial support throughout your stay in the UK (worth 10 points) If you’re a non-EU/EEA/Swiss student studying a sensitive subject, you may also need an Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) Certificate Slides 13

15. @zoomabroad You need a blank page in your passport for your visa if you need to give your biometric information (fingerprints and a photograph) at a visa application centre. You’ll be told if you need to do this when you apply. Slides 14

16. TYPES OF STUDENT VISA Slides 15

17. Tier 4 (General) student visa Who’s it for? Students aged 16 or over who have been offered a place in a course at a UK educational institution When to Apply Three months before the start of your course Arrival in the UK Up to one week before if your course lasts six months or fewer. Up to one month before if your course lasts more than six months Slides 16

18. VISA FEE Slides 20

19. General student visa (Tier 4) It costs £348 as the application fee for the visa from outside the UK. Also, you must pay £348 per person for any dependants and healthcare surcharge (£470 per year for the duration the visa will be granted) Slides 21

20. 100% DONE You can always book a free one to one session with the Visa experts at Zoom Abroad to help you with the entire visa application process. @zoomabroad Slides 23

21. W W W . Z O O M A B R O A D . C O M Book a FREE session at https://www.zoomabroad .com/online-consultant/ Slides 24