Student visa requirement for UK 

According to recent 2022 rules there are 7 requirements mainly to acquire student visa for UK.

1. Offer from an educational institute
2. English proficiency
3. Eligibility criteria
4. Documents
5. Tuberculosis test results
6. Proof of funds
7. Immigration Healthcare surcharge Let's

Student visa requirements for the UK 2022 know deeply about each of these below:

Offer from an educational institute: In order to obtain student visa for UK one must be above 16 years of age. Before applying for visa you must have an offer letter from reputed authorized university/institute/college of UK or sponsored by any licensed student. After this the student will obtain CAS (Confirmation for Acceptance of Studies). A student must apply for his/her visa within six months of receiving CAS.

English proficiency: Despite other nations, UK does not demand any specific English proficiency test like TOEFL, IELTS results to obtain student visa. The English level of student is checked through CEFR scale. (Common European Framework of Reference for languages). The result is divided into two areas. B1 grade for below degree level students and B2 grade for degree level or above students. It needs results of SELT (Secure English Language Test).

Eligibility criteria: In order to get visa a student must be above 16 years of age. He/she should have a offer letter as stated from any reputed university/institution/college. Must have proficiency in English language. But he/she must have enough funds to pay his/her fee and living expenses.

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UK Student visa : Documents you'll need to apply 

• Must have a valid passport
• Passport size photograph is also needed
• Proof of funds
• Proof of paying the fee
• Visa application form
• CAS
• Payment receipt of Immigration Healthcare surcharge
• Medical test report which include tuberculosis results
• In case of sponsorship written agreement from sponsors
• Police clearance certificate
• If you are 18 years or of less age you also need to accompany nay government certificate showing your parents name, Proof of parents or any legal guardian and proof of your relationship with them

Tuberculosis test results: This is the required medical test if you want to stay in UK for more than six months. Only certain clinicians are approved whose test conducted will be considered valid.

Proof of funds: Some specific amount of funds should be shown to apply your visa. They are Pound 1265 to support your living expenses plus your tuition fee for UK. There are some exceptions to this case. Proof regarding the funds is not required to be shown when you have been declared as a student union sabbatical officer by your nation, your country comes under the list of differential evidence requirement", already have a valid visa or it is for the duration of 12 months.

Immigration Healthcare Surcharge: If a student wants to stay in UK for more than six months then he/she must pay immigration healthcare surcharge. Amount of money needed to pay depends on time duration of stay. After paying this you still need to pay expenses for some things like prescription charges, dental treatment, eye tests, conception materials and so things.

As per the new changes now the immigration is based upon point system. More priority is given to highly skilled students with academic, scientific and technology related qualifications or studies.

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Want to Know UK Study Visa Requirements, Fees & Application Process? Check it out below:- 

How to apply for the Student visa for UK?

 Application for visas is usually submitted online. Here you have two options: Applying outside from UK where in the form all steps you need to pursue will be related to your identification. In case, there is anything else it will be mentioned there. While applying or after it has been completed save all the forms at every instance. Another is you can also apply inside UK if you want to switch to student visa from any other visa or extend your student visa. After your application is successfully submitted you will get permission for biometrics at visa centre and in case your application is stuck due to the complexity it may take longer for verification. If you want to withdraw your application the refund can only be processed if the application is not under the process.

UK Student Visa: Types, Cost, Requirements, Validity

When to apply the UK Student visa? 

You can apply for your student visa in UK 3 months before your course starts. Once you submit a

university application you'll receive (or you can request it) a Confirmation of Acceptance for 

Studies. This document will entitle you as an admitted student in UK and therefore you're eligible

to seek a visa. Use the CAS number to support your student visa application form.

Fee to apply for a student visa UK: Naturally, there is a charge associated with applying for a UK student visa, and this fee may vary depending on your nationality and the kind of visa you want. Additionally, the student visa cost schedule is subject to periodic revision, therefore you should constantly consult the official sources. You must spend £335 to apply for a Tier 4 Student visa from outside the UK. The following fees may be charged to you if you apply from the UK.

Standard service - £457 Priority service - £916 Premium service - £1047 

How long a person can stay with student visa in UK: The duration of your course and the type of study you have already done in the UK will determine how long you can stay. You can often stay in the UK for up to 5 years if you are 18 or older and enrolled in a degree-level programme. You can normally stay in the UK for up to 2 years if it's below the degree level. In case you want to stay longer extend your visa, switch to a graduate visa which will permit you to live for 2 years more in UK. In case you are having any other visa switch to student visa.

Some other things Need to care of While applying for UK Student Visa 

1. Register with a general practitioner and apply for National Insurance Number as soon as you arrive in UK.
2. Open your bank account as a student in UK.
3. Get a part time job to cover you living expenses and further tuition charges. The living expenses vary from city to city in UK which are highest if you are in London and lower in semi-urban and town areas.