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Student visa

How it works and how to prepare

GOV.UK · UK Visas and Immigration · Sources checked 13 Nov 2026
01 / What it is and who it is for

Student visa · United Kingdom

The institution’s CAS is essential. ATAS, TB tests, minor consent and financial evidence depend on the case.

What to check before applying

Guides to the main routes, not a list of every existing visa. Nationality, residence, age, family and consulate can change the required evidence.

Route forms and references

  • CAS · ATAS
02 / Documents to organise

Documents to organise

Prepare these documents and confirm your personalized checklist with the official source. Conditional items apply only when required for your case.

  • What it is and how to get it

    What it is

    Identity document used for international travel.

    How to obtain it and what to check

    Apply or renew with your country of nationality’s issuing authority or consulate. Check the required validity and pages to submit.

    Read this route’s official instructions ↗
  • What it is and how to get it

    What it is

    Letter confirming acceptance or enrolment in a course.

    How to obtain it and what to check

    Request it from the educational institution. Check the course, dates, study mode and institution’s eligibility for this route, using the authority’s required format.

    Read this route’s official instructions ↗

Depending on your case and the official checklist

  • What it is and how to get it

    What it is

    Evidence of the financial resources required for the route.

    How to obtain it and what to check

    First check which evidence is accepted. Obtain statements or documents from the financial institution or funding provider, observing required amounts, periods and ownership.

    Read this route’s official instructions ↗
  • What it is and how to get it

    What it is

    Health assessment or certificate required for certain applications.

    How to obtain it and what to check

    Check whether and when an exam is needed. Book with an accepted practitioner or clinic; some routes require panel physicians. Retain the evidence specified in the instructions.

    Read this route’s official instructions ↗
  • What it is and how to get it

    What it is

    Documents establishing parentage, custody and guardian consent.

    How to obtain it and what to check

    Obtain civil certificates and custody decisions from the competent authorities. Check the consent form, signatures and authentication required for travel and immigration.

    Read this route’s official instructions ↗
  • What it is and how to get it

    What it is

    Translations and authentication required for documents issued in another language or country.

    How to obtain it and what to check

    Check the accepted translator type before hiring. If an apostille or legalization is required, consult the issuing country’s competent authority. Translation and apostille are different procedures.

    Read this route’s official instructions ↗
  • What it is and how to get it

    What it is

    Evidence of the language level accepted for the category.

    How to obtain it and what to check

    Check accepted tests, certificates or exemptions. If needed, book with a recognized provider and verify test type, minimum scores and result validity before paying.

    Read this route’s official instructions ↗
03 / Your preparation, step by step

How to proceed

  1. Choose the category and check the authority/consulate checklist for your place of residence.

  2. Confirm admission, enrolment, payments and institution-issued documents.

  3. Use the official channel linked in the source and keep receipts. Attend interviews or biometrics when requested.

  4. After the decision, check entry conditions, local registration, residence and permitted activities.

04 / Fees, processing and validity

Fees, processing and validity

Check the authority’s current fee schedule before paying. Separate the application fee from translation, examination, insurance and optional service costs. Processing may depend on location, category and requests for further evidence. Validity is stated in the decision or issued document.

Check official requirements ↗
05 / Official sources

Official sources

GOV.UK · UK Visas and Immigration

Check fees, minimum income, document validity and timing with the route source. Confirm translations and legalisation with the responsible consulate. Visa, entry, residence and permission to work are different steps; approval is not guaranteed.

Information for lawful migration. PassyGo does not issue visas or replace individual advice from a qualified professional.

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