Apply for a Student visa online.
You can apply for a Student visa from outside or inside the UK, depending on your situation. You need to fill out an online application form, pay the visa fee and the healthcare surcharge, and submit your biometric information and documents. You can find the online application form and the instructions on how to apply on the official website.
Attend an interview if required.
You may be asked to attend an interview with a visa officer as part of your application. The interview will be either in person or via video call. You will be asked questions about your course, your finances, your plans, and your reasons for studying in the UK. You should answer the questions honestly and confidently.
Wait for a decision on your visa.
You will usually get a decision on your visa within 3 weeks if you apply from outside the UK, or within 8 weeks if you apply from inside the UK. You will be notified by email or letter when your visa is ready. You will either get a sticker (vignette) in your passport or a letter (vignette transfer letter) that you can use to collect your biometric residence permit (BRP) when you arrive in the UK.
UK visa options for studying and working
There are different UK visa options for studying and working, depending on your situation, qualifications, and goals.
Below are some of the main visa types you can consider:
Student visa:
This visa is for students who are 16 or over and have been offered a place on a course by a licensed student sponsor. You can study at degree level or below, and you may be able to work for a limited number of hours per week. You can also apply for a Graduate visa to stay and work in the UK for at least 2 years after completing your course.
