Student Immigration and Visa Information
Under the new immigration system, students are categorised as Tier 4 of the Point Based System.
Tier 4, this category includes two sub-categories:
- General Student – for those who are coming to the United Kingdom for the post-16 education.
- Child Student – for children between 4 and 17 years old coming to the UK for their education to study at independent schools.
As a Tier 4 (General) student, you must have 40 points. You can score:
- 30 points for having a valid Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS), which you get for studying a course at an acceptable level with an approved education provider (also known as a 'Tier 4 sponsor'), and for having acceptable English language skills.
- 10 points for having enough money (also known as maintenance or funds) to cover your course fees and living costs.
For further information visit: http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/studyingintheuk/
Tier 4 Policy Guidance & Application Forms
- English Language Tests approved by UKBA
- Changes to Biometric Appointments and Biometric Residence Permit