Student Visa

If you are a student looking to come to study in the UK, we can help. Our team understand the rules and can help assess your application.

The student visa route is open to children and adults alike to enter the UK to study. This is an eligible route for those who would like to study for more than 6 months in the UK who do not already have a visa that permits them to study.

Who can apply for the Student visa?

– are at least 16 years old (and, if younger, have your parents’ permission to apply);

– possess a valid Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (“CAS”) from a UK school, college, or university that has been approved by the Home Office;

– have enough money to cover both your living expenses and tuition fees;

– and possesses the ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English.

Forbidden activities as a student in the UK

According to this visa category, if you are a student in the UK, you are not permitted to:

– work more than 20 hours a week during the academic year while pursuing a degree programme;

– operate your own business or be self-employed;

– be a professional athlete, coach, or entertainer;

– or hold a job that would require you to work full-time, permanent employment.

– Employers must not employ students without conducting the mandatory right to work checks and confirming that they have permission to remain in the UK.

What is my maximum stay allowed in the UK?

A visa that is valid for the length of your course plus an additional five months will be issued to you if you want to study for a duration of 12 months or more.

In general, if your course is at degree level and you are 18 years of age or older, you cannot stay in the UK for more than five years, or longer than two years if it is below degree level.

Can a Student gain settlement through a Student visa in the UK?

The Student Visa unfortunately does not lead to settlement in the UK, however there are other routes, such as the Skilled Worker route, the Graduate can “Switch” to, that will provide settlement opportunities.

The period of time that the applicant spends in the UK as a student can however contribute towards time considered under the 10 years Residency requirement needed to gain indefinite leave to remain.

We understand that you may have additional
queries regarding your viable pathways into the Student Visa route; our
Immigration teams at Farani Taylor Solicitors can assist you, having special
expertise in Student visa assistance. You may get into contact with a member of our team or contact us at 0207 242 1666.