Applying for a Student Visa in the UK
Supporting documents (document checklist)
Remember all documents should be the originals, and if not in English, you must also include a certified English translation.
Document |
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 Your current (valid) passport/travel document and any previous (expired) documents | All applicants | |
Bank statement, sponsor letter or loan letter Must be original documents in the correct Home Office format and held 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 paragraph ST 22.1 for list of ‘Low Risk Nationals’ | |
Complete online visa application form Download and save a copy of your completed visa application form for your records. | 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 have an ATAS certificate before you apply for your visa. Print and submit a copy of your ATAS certificate. | All applicants who require it – see here. | |
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 |