What is HOST UK?
- HOST UK links international students with approved British hosts.
- You can visit a host’s home for a day, a weekend, or during Christmas.
- It’s a chance to experience real British culture and everyday life.
Why apply for a HOST UK Visit?
- Hosts are carefully selected and enjoy welcoming students from around the world.
- You can enjoy home‑cooked meals, practise English, explore a new area, and share your own culture.
- It’s safe — all hosts are personally known to HOST UK.
- You can visit alone or with an international student friend or your partner/children (if they live in the UK with you).
- Visits are available year‑round, including Christmas, New Year, and other festivals.
Costs
- Application fee: Calculated automatically when you apply; helps cover admin costs.
- Visit: Free, thanks to volunteer hosts.
- Travel: You pay for your travel to the host. You can choose your travel budget when applying.
- Extra spending: Bring some money in case your host takes you sightseeing.
How to apply?
- Apply online at HOST UK.
- HOST UK will ask the Office of the Dean of Students to approve your application.
- The University will only approve applications if:
- You are a current UH student, and
- You have no outstanding University debts.
- You can be approved for up to two visits per academic year.
- If you apply but do not attend the arranged visit, the University will not approve future applications.
More Information
- Visit the HOST UK website for full details.