How to apply for a student visa from outside the UK
If you have any questions about your ability to meet the requirements or are unsure how to proceed, come along to an online drop-in or send us an email.
1. Prepare your supporting documents
The Money page describes the financial requirements and how to evidence this as part of your visa application. Our CAS page explains how you evidence your unconditional offer. Read our document list as a final checklist to make sure you have everything you need, including TB testing ().
2. Set up and complete your visa application
The application is made online to UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) on this . To guide you through the key questions, you can follow our application form guide - applying from outside the UK. If you have any questions, contact us.
3. Pay the Immigration Health Surcharge and application fee online
The date that you pay is your official visa application date.
4. Book a biometrics appointment
At a . EU/EEA/Swiss students are not required to attend a biometrics appointment unless you have not been able to use the UK Immigration: ID Check app.
5. Scan and upload supporting documents
Via your or account. EU/EEA/Swiss students: Scan and upload supporting documents using the UK Immigration: ID Check app as instructed on the application form.
6. Attend your biometrics appointment if instructed to do so by your local Visa Application Centre
7. Some students may be asked to attend a short .
8. Once your application is complete, UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) will send you a decision email
Read this carefully as it will give you instructions on how to view and use your eVisa. You must travel to the UK on or after the 'valid from' date on your visa. In the unlikely event your application is unsuccessful, contact us immediately for advice.
9. Visit our eVisa page for details on how to view your status, generate a share code and travel guidance.
Visa webinars
We host live webinar events throughout the summer to help you prepare and submit a successful Student visa application from outside the UK.