UK Student Visa (Updated 2025-2026)

The UK educational system provides world-class education and employment opportunities for international students. A UK degree will make you stand out with its valuable qualification and exciting experiences. The UK is home to some of the world’s top universities, including Oxford, Cambridge, Imperial College London, and UCL.

Student Visa Fees and Costs (2025-2026)

Student visa fee: GBP 490 (outside UK) / GBP 490 (inside UK for extension)
Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS): GBP 776 per year for students (reduced rate)
Short-term Study visa (up to 6 months): GBP 115
Short-term Study visa (up to 11 months): GBP 200
Child Student visa: GBP 490

Key Requirements

Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS): Must have a valid CAS from a licensed student sponsor
English language: Must meet the required level (usually CEFR B2 for degree level)
Financial requirements: Must show you can support yourself – GBP 1,334/month (London) or GBP 1,023/month (outside London) for up to 9 months
ATAS certificate: Required for certain postgraduate subjects in science, engineering, and technology

Working While Studying

During term time: Up to 20 hours per week
During holidays: Full-time work permitted

Graduate Route (Post-Study Work)

After completing your degree, you can switch to the Graduate visa which allows you to stay and work (or look for work) in the UK for 2 years (3 years for PhD graduates). Fee: GBP 822. No minimum salary requirement and no sponsorship needed.

Important Changes for 2024-2025

Dependants can no longer accompany most students (except research postgraduates and government-sponsored students)
Students can no longer switch to a work visa before completing their studies
Maintenance requirements have been updated

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This tier pertains to students who are between the ages of 4-17 years who wish to apply to study in the UK. The children between 4 and 15 years of age shall study in an independent fee paying school. Students between the ages of 16 and 17 years, studying level 3 National qualification framework courses have a choice to apply either in Tier 4 (child) student category or in Tier 4 (general) student category.

Requirement for Tier 4 (Child) Student Visa

Prospective student applicants have to provide evidence that demonstrates that they have been granted admission to a recognized course in the U.K. This course must be offered by an U.K. institution that has been approved by the United Kingdom Border Agency (UKBA) and has been granted a license to grant admission to non-British citizen students.
Clear and concrete evidence by the applicant that have sufficient funds for their maintenance while they are in the U.K to support themselves during they stay for education.
Tier 4 (child) applicants must, compulsorily, have a written consent from his/her parent or guardian for travel and study in the United Kingdom.

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This category is for students who are beyond the age of 16. Students who are of the ages 16 and 17 years and studying at the B2 level of the English language courses of the Common European Framework, should apply under this category.

Requirement for Tier 4 (Child) Student Visa

Prospective student applicants have to provide evidence that demonstrates that they have been granted admission to a recognized course in the U.K. This course must be offered by an U.K. institution that has been approved by the United Kingdom Border Agency (UKBA) and has been granted a license to grant admission to non-British citizen students.
Clear and concrete evidence by the applicant that have sufficient funds for their maintenance while they are in the U.K to support themselves during they stay for education.
Tier 4 (child) applicants must, compulsorily, have a written consent from his/her parent or guardian for travel and study in the United Kingdom.

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You can work once your study or vocational course has begun..
You can work on a part-time basis for a maximum of 20 hours in a week when your term is in session.
You can work for unlimited number of hours during the vacation periods. But it is important to note that your college or university must be on scheduled vacation.
You may work on an internship, which is based on your course.
If you are doing a postgraduate or a doctorate degree, you are then permitted to work as a postgraduate doctor or a dentist. However, it is essential that your course be recognized as a foundation program.
You are a student union sabbatical officer for around two years.

GOVERNMENT CHARGES			Notes
Government Charges	Outside the UK (Entry Clearance)	Inside the UK (FLR)	Notes
Govt. Main Application Fee	GBP 490	GBP 490	This fee includes the visa applicant only
Govt. Partner Application Fee	GBP 490	GBP 490	This fee includes the visa for main applicant and only
Govt. Child Application Fee	GBP 490	GBP 490	This fee includes the visa for main applicant and child only
OTHER COSTS (If Applicable)		Notes
Medical Examination	Variable(Depending upon the type of Medical Test and Examination required)	This fee is payable for the application and must be paid directly to the doctor conducting your examination.
Character Clearance (Police Check)	Variable	This fee is payable to the police authorities in the countries where you have lived for 12 months or more.
Certification/Translation of documents	Variable	Payable to the Translator
OUR FEE IN AUD		Notes
UK Student Visa		AU$750