Student visa (formerly Tier 4)
United Kingdom student visa document checklist
Apply up to 6 months before your course starts; decisions usually take 3 weeks.
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Identity & travel
Academic documents
Financial evidence
Country-specific
Check the official list before you book
Requirements and fees change without notice. Use this checklist to get organised, then verify every line against the official source for your country of application.
UK Student visa โ GOV.UKUnited Kingdom student visa FAQs
What documents do I need for a United Kingdom student visa?๏ผ
You need 16 documents across four groups: identity and travel, academic records, financial evidence, and United Kingdom-specific papers such as CAS number, TB test certificate, ATAS certificate.
How much does the Student visa (formerly Tier 4) cost?๏ผ
GBP 524 + IHS GBP 776/year. Fees change regularly, so confirm on the official portal before paying.
How long does the United Kingdom student visa take?๏ผ
3 weeks (priority 5 days) Apply up to 6 months before your course starts; decisions usually take 3 weeks.
When should I apply for my United Kingdom student visa?๏ผ
Apply up to 6 months before your course starts; decisions usually take 3 weeks.
Can I work on a United Kingdom student visa?๏ผ
20 hrs/week term, full-time vacations