If you want to study in the United Kingdom, you may want to get a student visa and find out about the application process. If yes, read on to find out how you too can get a UK student visa:
Types of UK Student Visa:
• Short-term study visa: This type of visa is valid for a short course and up to six months for people above 18 years of age. The visa can be extended up to 11 months for English language courses.
• Tier 4 (child) student visa: can be obtained for children aged four to seventeen who wish to study at an independent school in the UK.
• Tier 4 (General) Student Visa: For students aged 16 and above.
UK Student Visa Requirements for Pakistanis:
In some cases, course providers provide information on how to apply for student visas. You can apply for a visa up to three months before the start of your course.
UK student visas are awarded on a points-based system. To meet all the UK student visa requirements, you will need to provide:
• UK Student Visa Application Form (Tier 4 Visa)
• Candidate’s Biometrics Certificate (issued by recognized authority of British Embassy)
• Original/valid passport
• 05 recent photos
• Photocopies of CNIC
• An unconditional offer of a place on a course offered by a licensed Tier 4 sponsor, evidenced by a ‘Confirmation of Acceptance for Study’ (CAS) form from your course provider (worth 30 points).
• Detailed statement of purpose
• Airline booking confirmation
• Confirmation of UK residency
• Birth certificate
• Marriage certificate (if applicable)
• Divorce certificate (if applicable)
Family Certificate (Form B)
• Evidence of adequate English language skills, demonstrated by passing one of the Secure English Language Tests (SELT). You will not need to provide this if you are from an English-speaking country such as the United States or have completed a qualification equivalent to a UK degree in an English-speaking country,
• Proof of financial support you have while staying in the UK (worth 10 points)
• If you are a non-EU/EEA/Swiss student studying a sensitive subject, you may also need an ATAS certificate.
• Complete academic documentation
• No Objection Certificate from School/College/University
You can provide a bank statement or a letter from your financial sponsor to provide proof of financial support, showing that you can cover your tuition fees, accommodation and living expenses.
Any additional academic documents may also be required. Depending on your country of origin, you may also need to have certain medical vaccinations or undergo tuberculosis tests.
UK Student Visa Fees:
• Your UK student visa fee is £348 ($440) with an additional £348 fee per person for any dependents.
• You must also pay a healthcare surcharge of £150 (US$190) per year to access the National Health Service (NHS) during your stay.
• Short-term study visas cost £97 ($120) for the six-month option and £186 ($240) for the 11-month visa.