Visa information United Kingdom

Course duration of 6 months or less for non EU / EEA-nationals: “Student Visitor Visa Route”
Non-EU/EEA visa-nationals who are over 18 and wish to come to the UK, must obtain a visa and Entry Clearance
as a “Student Visitor” prior to arrival. This can be obtained from a British diplomatic mission overseas. At
the point of entry they might also be required to show the school’s confirmation letter, proof of payment
of tuition fees, the accommodation address, their return flight ticket and to prove with formal financial
statements that they can support themselves during their stay. For some countries a health certificate
might be needed. Non-visa nationals can obtain leave (permission) to enter as a “Student Visitor” on
arrival in the UK. Students under the age of 18 should apply for Entry Clearance as a “Child Visitor”.

Note: Students entering the UK on a “Student Visitor” or “Child Visitor” visa will not be able to work or
extend their course.

Course duration of 6 months or more from non-EU / EEA countries: “Student Visa Route”
Non-EU / EEA nationals who are over 16 need a “Confirmation of Acceptance of Studies”
(CAS) when applying for Entry Clearance as a student. The UK Border Authority has approved
Eurocentres as an official sponsor which allows Eurocentres to issue the “Confirmation of Acceptance of
Studies” for its course participants. The CAS has to be presented at a British diplomatic mission overseas
when applying for Entrance Clearance together with proof that the student has enough money to cover
course fees and living costs. A non-refundable fee for the “Confirmation of Acceptance of Studies” of
GBP 15 will apply. Please contact the British embassy or consulate for precise information.