UK Study Visa
Application Process
Applying for a UK Student visa involves several steps. Here’s a detailed guide to help you through the process:
Step 1: Apply Online
Step 2: Pay the Visa Fee
Step 3: Pay the Immigration Healthcare Surcharge
Step 4: Provide Biometric Information
Documents Required
- Current Passport: Or other valid travel documentation.
- Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS): From your course provider.
- Financial Evidence: Proof that you can support yourself and pay for your course.
- Parental Consent: If you are under 18, evidence of consent from your parents.
- Tuberculosis Test Results: If applicable, based on your country of origin.
- Proof of English Proficiency: Secure English language test (SELT) results.
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Intakes in UK
The UK has three different study intakes: fall, winter, and spring. The fall intake is considered the main intake by the universities of the UK.
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Intakes
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Study Program
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Admission deadlines
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Fall (Primary/Main Intake)
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Undergraduate and Postgraduate
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September–December
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Winter (Secondary Intake)
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Undergraduate and Postgraduate
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January–April
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Work Prospects
Most universities allow their students to work and earn to fund their education programs when in the UK. Such students can work for a maximum of 20 hours during the ongoing classes and during vacation time, they can work fulltime.
After completion of education, if they obtain their graduate employment, they can stay in the UK on the same visa for 4 more months. However, they will have to convert the existing Visa to a Work Permit at the earliest possible.
Residency Permit
Once the student has obtained his/her work visa, they will then determine which residency permit better fits their requirements and transfer their application in the path of obtaining their residency permit accordingly. Typically, in obtaining a residence permit earlier, students who worked there have an upper hand. Beyond Blue immigration, the top immigration company in India, has had the privilege to tie up with few prestigious universities in the UK and thus is in a position to help our student clients fly to the UK to study and build a career of their own.
UK Study Visa Processing Time
UK study visas are issued within 3 to 6 weeks most of the time.
Work authorization for students:
Student Applicant:
- Students must be over 18 years of age
- International students who study a full-time undergraduate or postgraduate degree course at a recognized university on a Student Visa are allowed to work part-time during term for up to 20 hours a week and full-time during the holidays.
- Each higher education institution has clearly defined semesters throughout the academic year, including specific holiday breaks. During these breaks, you can work full-time if you wish.
After you graduate
- Graduated international students in the UK on a valid student visa can stay if they hold a job offer with an annual salary of at least GBP 35,000.
- To stay in the UK after completing their studies, the students needed to switch to a Tier 2 General Visa, valid for up to five years.
- The work experience students gain while working may help them qualify for permanent residence, provided their annual income must be at least GBP 35,000.
Post-study work options
- International students in the UK on a valid Tier 4 visa are allowed to stay in the country after finishing their education if they have a job offer worth at least GBP 20,800 per year.
- To stay in the UK, such students can move from a Tier 4 Visa to a Tier 2 General Visa with a five-year validity period.
- Students' post-study work experience will assist them in applying for permanent residence in the United Kingdom.