Expert Tips for Getting a UK Student Visa

So, you applied to the university of your dreams in the UK, and got accepted. Congratulations! You’re excited about the new life ahead of you and a little afraid too. But before you can head out on your journey to a new beginning, you need to get your Visa!

The study visa for the UK is commonly known as the Tier 4 (General) student visa, and is applicable for candidates above 16 years of age, with functional English language skills and who have already received their Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) reference from their university of choice.

Because the process for applying and getting your study visa can take a substantial amount of time—anywhere from 3 weeks to 3 months—it is vital you start the process as soon as possible. Here, we’ll talk about a few tips for making sure your study visa application does not get denied.

Do Your Paperwork

Make sure you have all the official documents you need, as listed on the official government website.

You may be asked to provide original copies of documents like your study and birth certificates, which can often take some time to arrive. It is therefore better to prepare all your documents in advance to avoid last minute panic and possible rejection

Calculate the funds you’ll need over the course of your stay

Factor in tuition, living costs, food and miscellaneous expenses, as well as expenses for books and other academic requirements for the entire course of your stay.

It is important to have enough money in your bank account to cover tuition costs and living expenses for one year of study to be accepted for a UK student visa.

The living costs for each city or district in the UK are different, so doing your research beforehand will help you make a more accurate calculation.

Don’t touch your money for at least 28 days

Once you’ve collected the money for a year of study in the UK, make sure it lies in your bank account untouched for at least 28 days.

Additionally, the bank account in use should either be your own, or a parent or guardian’s. This means you cannot use a sibling or any other relative’s bank account for your visa application purposes. Using a parent’s or legal guardian’s account should be accompanied with a statement by them stating that they are covering your study expenses.

Never try to trick the authorities

Doing so could potentially get you banned from the UK for over 10 years. This means no lying in the interview or providing fake documents.

Do your research

Make sure you know as much about the university and the course you’re applying for as possible to avoid being caught unawares on your visa interview.

You also need to have a precise answer for why you chose the particular field you did, why you chose UK to continue your studies, and what you plan on doing after you graduate.

Like any other legal procedure, applying for and getting your UK study visa may seem daunting at first. For lawyers specialising in UK visa application and review, contact Wembley Solicitors, a soliciting company with a highly trained and experienced team of lawyers.