Making a Visa application to study

These pages provide guidance on how to apply for a Student visa to study in the UK.

Applying from inside the UK

Specific information for those applying from inside the UK.

Applying from inside the UK

Applying from outside the UK

Specific information for those applying from outside the UK.

Applying from outside the UK

Supporting documents

Examples of documents you can provide to support your Visa application.

Supporting documents

CAS (Continuing students)

Continuing students wishing to extend or renew their Student Visa can apply for a new Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) from International Student Support.

CAS (Continuing students)

Academic Technology Approval Scheme

Some courses require you to obtain Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) clearance as part of the Visa application.

Academic Technology Approval Scheme

Academic progression

You need to meet academic progression rules to obtain a Student Visa.

Academic progression for continuing studentsAcademic progression for new students

Immigration Health Surcharge

You may have to pay a surcharge as part of your Visa application to access NHS services.

Immigration Health Surcharge

Problems with your application

Guidance for applicants having problems with their application.

Problems with your application

Student visa time limits

Students on a Student visa will face time limits on how long they can spend in the UK, depending on their level of study.

Student visa time limits