UK Student Visa Entry Clearance

The application must be for a single course that adheres to the following conditions unless specified otherwise:
1- It must be a full-time course leading to an approved qualification, or
2- A full-time course below degree level with at least 15 hours of organized daytime study (08:00 to 18:00, Monday to Friday), or
3- A full-time pre-sessional course with at least 15 hours of organized daytime study, or
4- A part-time course above degree level with a compliant sponsor, or
5- A full-time course at degree level or above recognized by UK NARIC as equivalent to a UK higher education course.
For ACCA or ACCA Foundations in Accountancy qualifications, the student sponsor must be an ACCA approved learning partner at Gold or Platinum level. If ATAS requirements apply, a valid ATAS certificate must be provided with the student visa application.

The course must lead to an approved qualification, such as:
1- A qualification validated by Royal Charter,
2- A qualification awarded by a UK recognized body,
3- A qualification covered by a legal agreement between a UK recognized body and another provider, ensuring the level comparison to the Regulated Qualifications Framework or equivalents,
4- A qualification recognized through a formal articulation agreement,
5- In England, Wales, and Northern Ireland, at Regulated Qualifications Framework level 3 or above, or in Scotland, at Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework level 6 or above,
6- An overseas qualification assessed by UK NARIC as equivalent to Regulated Qualifications Framework level 3 or above,
7- An aviation qualification issued by the UK’s Civil Aviation Authority.

If the CAS is issued by a probationary sponsor, the course must meet the following level requirements:
1- In England, Wales, or Northern Ireland, if the applicant is under 18, the course must be at Regulated Qualifications Framework level 3 or above, or
2- If the applicant is 18 or over, the course must be at Regulated Qualifications Framework level 4 or above, or
3- In Scotland, if the applicant is under 18, the course must be at Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework level 6 or above, or
4- If the applicant is 18 or over, the course must be at Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework level 7 or above.
If the CAS is issued by a student sponsor, the course must:
5- Be at Regulated Qualifications Framework level 3 or above if studied in England, Wales, or Northern Ireland, or
6- Be at Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework level 6 or above if studied in Scotland, or
7- Be part of a short-term study abroad program in the UK as part of a qualification from an overseas higher education institution recognized as equivalent to a UK bachelor’s degree or above, or
8- Be a pre-sessional English language course at level B2 or above of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, or
9- Be a recognized Foundation Programme for postgraduate doctors or dentists, or
10- Be delivered in partnership between a higher education institution and a research institute, accredited at Regulated Qualifications Framework Level 7 or above or Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework Level 11 or above.

Place of Study For a student visa application, the majority of the coursework must occur on the premises of the student sponsor or an affiliated institution. Exceptions include situations where the applicant is participating in a course-related work placement, an overseas study program, or a pre-sessional course. Financial Requirements
1. General Requirements:
o If applying as a Student Union Sabbatical Officer or for a recognized foundation program as a doctor or dentist in training, the financial requirement is considered met, and no proof of funds is necessary.
o For applicants who have been in the UK for less than 12 months, the required funds are as follows:
a. Studying in London:
o Residential Independent School: Sufficient funds to cover all outstanding fees (course and boarding fees) for one academic year.
o All Other Cases: Funds to cover any unpaid course fees as listed on the Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies, plus £1,334 per month of the course (up to 9 months).
b. Studying Outside London:
o Residential Independent School: Sufficient funds for outstanding fees (course and boarding fees) for one academic year.
o Doctorate Extension Scheme: £2,030.
o All Other Cases: Funds to cover any unpaid course fees as per the Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies, plus £1,023 per month of the course (up to 9 months).
o If the course duration includes part of a month, it will be rounded up to the next full month.
o Deposits paid for accommodation (up to £1,334) can be deducted from the required funds if confirmed by the student sponsor.
o Any paid course fees should be reflected in the Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies or confirmed by a receipt from the student sponsor.
o Applicants must demonstrate they held the required funds for 28 days unless relying on a student loan or sponsorship from a government or international agency.

Applicants must demonstrate proficiency in English according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages:
1- Level B2: For courses at UK bachelor’s degree level or higher.
2- Level B1: For pre-sessional courses or courses below UK bachelor’s degree level.
The Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies should state the method used to assess the applicant's English language ability, and include details of any Secure English Language Test (SELT) taken.

Combined Pre-sessional Course
1- combined Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies can cover both a pre-sessional and a main course at degree level or above if:
2- The pre-sessional course is no longer than 3 months.
3- The main course begins within one month of the pre-sessional course end date. The Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies must confirm:
4- For applicants assessed at level B2: An unconditional offer for the main course.
5- For applicants assessed at level B1: Assurance that the student will reach level B2 by the end of the pre-sessional course.
Work Placement Requirements
Courses involving a work placement must:
1- Lead to an approved qualification.
2- Be assessed as a core part of the course.
3- The work placement must not exceed one-third of the total course length, except in statutory cases or specific conditions.
4- For degree-level courses at compliant higher education providers, or overseas institutions, the placement must not exceed half of the total course length.

Below Degree Level: No more than 2 years on the Student route for courses below degree level from age 18, unless specified otherwise.
1- Below Degree Level with Maritime Requirements: Up to 3 years if the course requires at least 2- months at sea.
3- Degree Level: Up to 5 years on the Student route from age 18, unless the course is in specific fields such as architecture, medicine, dentistry, veterinary science, music (Conservatoires UK), or law with certain qualifications.
4- Postgraduate Doctors or Dentists: Permission must not exceed 3 years in total. All periods of permission, including extensions, count towards the maximum allowed study period.

Applicants must present evidence of the qualifications or references used to secure the course offer, unless:
1- Applying for a degree-level course at a compliant higher education provider, or
2- Specific exemptions apply.
Accepted evidence includes:
3- Qualification certificates,
4- Transcripts of results,
5- Online verification printouts from the awarding body.
Additional documentation may be requested by the decision-maker.
Parental Consent
Applicants aged 16 or 17 need written consent from:
1- Both parents, or
2- One parent with sole legal responsibility, or
3- The legal guardian.
4- Support for the application,
5- Living and care arrangements in the UK,
6- Travel and reception arrangements in the UK if applying for entry clearance.