Step 1: Check Your Eligibility

The first step in the UK Student Visa application process is to check your eligibility. To be eligible for a UK Student Visa, you must:

• Be enrolled on a course at a UK university or college that is approved by the UK government
• Be able to speak, read, write, and understand English at a level that is sufficient for your course
• Have enough money to support yourself while you are studying in the UK
• Have tuberculosis (TB) screening if you are from a country where TB is a risk

Step 2: Gather Your Documents

Once you have checked your eligibility, you will need to gather the following documents:

• A valid passport
• An Acceptance Letter from your UK university or college
• Proof of your financial resources
• Proof of your English language proficiency
• A completed Application Form
• Two passport-sized photographs
• Your Biometric Residence Permit (BRP) if you have one
• Your Tuberculosis (TB) Certificate if you are from a country where TB is a risk

Step 3: Apply for a CAS Number

Once you have been accepted to a UK university or college, you will need to apply for a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) number. This number will be used to support your UK Student Visa application.

Step 4: Complete the Online Application Form

Once you have your CAS number, you can complete the online UK Student Visa application form. You will need to provide your personal details, your course details, and your financial information.

Step 5: Attend Your Biometric Appointment

Once you have submitted your online application form, you will need to attend a biometric appointment at a UK Visa Application Centre (VAC). At your appointment, you will have your fingerprints and photograph taken.

Step 6: Pay the Visa Fee

The final step in the UK Student Visa application process is to pay the visa fee. The visa fee varies depending on your nationality and the type of visa you are applying for.

Step 7: Wait for a Decision

Once you have submitted your application and attended your biometric appointment, you will need to wait for a decision on your visa application. The UK government aims to process most student visa applications within 3 weeks.