Information for International Students

We know our international students have a lot of extra admin to look after, so we’ve pulled it all together to help you navigate your educational journey with ease and confidence.
Student visa application fees and processing times Check Student visa application fees and processing times for Standard, Priority and Super Priority services when applying from inside the UK.
Student visa biometric appointments at a UKVCAS Service Point Find out how to book and prepare for your UKVCAS biometric appointment when applying for a Student visa in the UK.
> eVisa and UKVI account guidance for international students Learn what an eVisa is, how to create a UKVI account, prove your immigration status, create a share code and keep your immigration details up to date.
> How to protect your Student visa Find out what you need to do to protect your Student visa, including attendance, working restrictions, fees, eVisa details and staying in contact with Herts.
Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) Find out if you need an Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) certificate, when to apply, how to apply, and when current students must obtain a new certificate.
Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) for travel to the UK Find out if you need an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) to travel to the UK, how long it is valid for and how to apply.
Enrolling your biometrics for your Student visa application Find out how to provide your biometric information as part of your Student visa application, including using the UK Immigration: ID Check app or attending a UKVCAS appointment.
Extending or switching to a Student visa in the UK Find out if you can extend your Student visa or switch to a Student visa from within the UK, and when you may need to apply from overseas.
Extending your Student visa: quick guide Follow this step-by-step guide to extending your Student visa from the UK, including requesting a CAS, preparing your documents, submitting your application and completing any required checks.
Help with your Student visa application Get help from the Student Immigration Team with your Student visa application, including advice, application workshops and document checks.
How to complete your Student visa application Guidance on completing your Student visa application from inside the UK, preparing your documents and getting immigration advice before you apply.
Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) for Student visas Find out who needs to pay the Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS), how much it costs, when to pay and when you may be eligible for a refund.
Lost or stolen Biometric residence permit (BRP) Find out what to do if your biometric residence permit (BRP) is lost or stolen and how to access your eVisa to prove your immigration status.
Pregnancy and your Student visa Find out how pregnancy may affect your Student visa, including your options for deferring your studies or requesting a short period of authorised absence.
Request a CAS (Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies) Current students who need to extend their Student visa can request a new CAS. Find out if you're eligible, how to apply, CAS fees, deadlines and supporting requirements.
Schengen visa: travelling in Europe Find out if you need a Schengen visa to travel in Europe, where to apply, which documents you may need and what to check before returning to the UK.
Short-term Study visa for English language courses Find out how to apply for a Short-term Study visa for an English language course, including eligibility, documents and visa conditions.
Standard Visitor visa (for study) How to apply for a Standard Visitor visa if you are studying a course less than six months long or you are not eligible to apply for a Student visa
Student visa application fees in the UK Find out how much it costs to apply for a Student visa from inside the UK, including Standard, Priority and Super Priority services.
Student visa credibility interviews Find out what happens if you are invited to a credibility interview as part of your Student visa application, including how interviews are arranged and what you may be asked.
Student visa dependants: bringing your family to the UK Find out whether you can bring your spouse, partner or children to the UK while studying, who qualifies as a dependant, and information about accommodation, healthcare, education and work rights.
Student visa holders: finishing your course early If you complete your course more than two weeks before your CAS end date, the University must report this to UKVI. This may affect your visa expiry date, travel, working rights and Graduate Route application
Student visa processing times in the UK Find out how long a Student visa application usually takes when applying from inside the UK, including Standard, Priority and Super Priority services.
Student visa sponsorship reinstatement and UKVI cancellation notices Find out when your Student visa sponsorship can be reinstated after withdrawal and what to do if you receive a UKVI cancellation notice.
Submitting your own Student visa application Find out what you need to prepare and do when completing and submitting your own Student visa application from inside the UK.
UKVI Consent Form Complete a UKVI consent form to allow the University to contact UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) about your immigration status or visa application.
What documents do I need for my Student visa application? Find out which documents you need for your Student visa application, including your passport, CAS, financial evidence and any additional documents.
When should I apply to extend my Student visa from the UK? Find out when to apply to extend your Student visa, when to start preparing your application, and what to do if your current visa has already expired.
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