Applying for a Student Visa from overseas
Document checklist
Before you attend your appointment check you have all relevant documents for your visa application.
Document
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Applies to |
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Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) Insert your CAS number on your visa application. | All applicants |
Passport/travel document Current (valid) passport/travel document and any previous (expired) documents. | All applicants |
Biometric Residence Permit (BRP) Current BRP (if applicable). | All applicants |
1 x passport-sized photo Your full name must be written on the back. | All applicants – for guidelines check here |
From an approved clinic | All applicants who require the test (check here) |
Bank statement, sponsor letter or loan letter Must be original documents in the correct Home Office format and held in an account approved by the Home Office. If submitting parents/legal guardians bank statements you must also submit your original birth certificate/adoption certificate/court document and letter of consent from parents/legal guardian. Remember the funds you need to show must have been held for 28 day consecutive days. | All applicants - EXCEPT ‘Low risk nationals’ (unless requested). See here for list of ‘Low Risk Nationals’ |
Completed visa application form Print and submit a copy of your completed visa application form | All applicants |
Academic transcripts/certificates Submit your original qualifications stated on your CAS, including your Secure English Language Test (SELT) if this applies to you. | All applicants - EXCEPT ‘Low risk nationals’ (unless requested). See here for list of ‘Low Risk Nationals’ |
Translated documents If any of your documents (including bank statements) are not in English, you must submit official translations | All applicants |
You must receive your ATAS certificate before you apply for your visa. Print and submit a copy of your ATAS certificate | All applicants who require it – see here. |
Police registration certificate Submit your original certificate | All applicants who had this condition on any previous UK visa. |
Evidence of your immigration status in the country from where you are applying Document to show your current immigration status e.g. residence permit, green card, valid visa. | All applicants who are NOT a national of the country from where they are applying |
Proof of parental/legal guardian consent A written letter from your parents/legal guardian giving their consent for you to travel and live independently in the UK. | All applicants who are under 18 years of age |
Useful resources
UK Council for International Student Affairs website