Student Visa Applications & Extensions

Applying to study in the UK for more than 6 months, or extending your stay to continue your studies.

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Introduction

Eligibility

Contents

Introduction

What is a Student Visa?

A person seeking a Student Visa is someone who wants to come to the UK to study for longer than 6 months. When making an application for a Student Visa you are permitted to also apply with any partner or dependants that would be travelling with you for the duration of your course. You will be expected to prove to the Home Office that being a student is your main reason for being in the UK as well as applying for extensions when required until the completion of your course.

Eligibility

Who is Eligible for a Student Visa?

*Please note that this list is non-exhaustive and further information may be required and advised upon seeing our instruction*

You must be 16 years or older at the time of application
You need to be able to show that you have been offered a place on a course by a licenced student sponsor
You will need to have money to support yourself, any partner or dependants during the duration of your course.
There is also a requirement that you have the relevant English Language Requirement
If you are under the age of 18 your application will require the consent of a parent or guardian

** Please note that if you have a dependant and wish to bring them with you as part of your application this is something that can be done. We ask that you please mention this when contacting us as the main applicant about their eligibility and fees.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do I need to show the Home Office that I can support myself for the duration of my course?

This amount varies depending on your circumstances. We can of course help and guide you on this amount after assessing your individual circumstances.

Can I gain ILR with a Student Visa?

No, being in the UK on a Student Visa is not a route to British Citizenship. However, as a student if you obtain a job within the UK once you have completed your degree then you can apply for a Skilled Worker Visa which is a route to British Citizenship

How long can I stay in the UK on a Student Visa?

For most students there is a maximum period of 5 years in which you can be in the UK on a Student Visa.

Can I work while a Student in the UK with a Student Visa?

Yes, but the maximum amount of time that you can work in term time is 16 hours per week. In the summer time you can work more but please seek guidance with us on this so that you do not breach any immigration rules. This is because your main reason for being in the UK is to Study and not Work. The Home Office takes any breach in this area very seriously and your Student Visa can be revoked immediately for this reason alone. However, if you have come to the UK with a partner then that partner can work as much as they wish whilst in the UK with you as their main applicant.

Pricing

How much does a Student Visa Applications & Extensions cost?

Home Office Fees

£490

This is the fee that the Home Office will charge for the application. This is not included in MAS costs.

MAS Costs

£960

These are the costs charged to you by us. 50% is taken upfront, remaining 50% taken prior to submission.

Total Price

£1450

This is shown for illustrative purposes of the total amount payable by you. Price made up of MAS and Home Office fees.

*Prices above are for a Student Visa Application. For a Student Visa Extension, Student Dependant Visa Application or Student Dependant Visa Extension please see the table below:

	Home Office Fee’s	MAS Fee’s	Total Price
Student Visa Extension	£490	£780	£1270
Student Dependant Visa	£490	£360	£850
Student Dependant Visa Extension	£490	£360	£850
Student Visa Application	£490	£960	£1450