UK Short Term Study Visa Application from India

Introduction to Short Term Study Visa

If you are planning to pursue an English language course in the United Kingdom for more than 6 months but not exceeding 11 months, you may apply for a UK Short-term Study Visa. This visa is suitable for students intending to take up only English language training in the UK.

For Courses of Different Durations

If your English course is up to 6 months, you should apply for a Standard Visitor Visa. In case the duration is beyond 11 months, you will need to apply under the regular Student Visa category.

Duration of Stay

You are permitted to stay in the UK for the length of your English course plus an additional 30 days, provided the total stay does not go beyond 11 months.

Visa Charges

The current application fee for a Short-term Study Visa is £214. Additionally, applicants are required to pay the Immigration Health Surcharge, which is approximately £776. This allows you to access NHS healthcare services while in the UK.

Restrictions Under This Visa

With this visa, you are not allowed to:

• Change your course or enrol on any other programme in the UK
• Attend government-funded (state) schools
• Work, volunteer, or take internships
• Apply for visa extension
• Bring family members (dependants)
• Claim public funds or the UK state pension

Who Can Apply?

You should be aged 16 or above and must prove the following:

• Acceptance into a recognised English language course that runs for more than 6 months and up to 11 months, covering only English studies
• Enrollment with an institution that is properly accredited
• Enough financial means to cover your expenses in the UK without working or seeking help from government schemes
• Affordability of your return travel

Applicants below 18 years must also show:

• Proper travel and accommodation arrangements
• Parental or guardian consent for studying and staying in the UK

About the Course

Your English programme must be conducted by an authorised provider in the UK or an eligible institution abroad. The course should strictly be focused on English and last between 6 and 11 months.

Recognised Institutions

UK course providers must either:

• Hold a valid student sponsor licence
• Be accredited by approved bodies such as the British Accreditation Council, Ofsted, Estyn, Education Scotland, or the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education

Overseas Providers

If you're undertaking an English course partly in the UK and partly abroad, your overseas institution must:

• Hold national-level accreditation
• Conduct no more than half of the course in the UK
• Offer courses equivalent to UK degree standards

Documents Required

You’ll need to furnish:

• Valid passport or travel ID (must have a blank visa page)
• Proof of funds – recent bank statements or salary slips for 6 months
• Accommodation details and travel plans (booking not mandatory)
• Evidence of fee payment or ability to pay tuition

Additionally, you might need:

• TB test report (if required based on your country)
• Parent or guardian contact details (if under 18)
• Certified translations for non-English or non-Welsh documents

Proof of Course

Submit a formal letter of admission issued by your educational provider. It must specify the course name, tuition fee, duration, and accommodation arrangements (if included).

Additional Documents Based on Circumstances

In special situations, you may be required to provide:

• Legal status in your country of application
• Information about your sponsor (if someone else is funding you)

Applicants Under 18

If you’re under 18 and travelling:

Alone

You must have written approval from both parents (or a sole guardian) allowing you to:

• Apply for the visa
• Travel and stay in the UK
• Be taken care of during your stay

The person responsible for you in the UK must provide their full details and written confirmation of your accommodation and care. If your stay involves private foster care or if you have a disability, the local authority should be informed, and a response from them must be submitted if available.

With an Adult

If travelling with someone over 18, you must name that person in your visa application. Their name will be printed on your visa, and you will not be allowed entry unless accompanied by them. You may list up to two adults, and your visa will be valid only when one of them is present with you at arrival.

Application Process

Applications must be made online before entering the UK. You can apply up to 3 months before your planned travel. You will be required to schedule an appointment at the visa application centre to submit your documents and provide biometrics.

Processing Time

Once your application is complete and you’ve submitted your documents, you can expect a decision typically within 3 weeks.

How We Can Help You With UK Visa Application

UK Immigration Solicitors in Punjab India

There are many individuals agents and Immigration Consultants companies providing UK Visa consultancy in Punjab, India who are working as an Immigration Agents/Consultants without legal qualification, however we specialize in UK Visa and Immigration services being qualified as British Solicitors. Our UK Immigration Lawyers in Punjab India are professional, reliable and trustworthy. Our UK Immigration Solicitors provide best customer service, confidentiality, reliable advice to our clients and legally rerpesenting clients before British High Commission in India, UKVI Home Office and Immigration Appeal Tribunal in UK. We take pride in protecting the best interest of our clients.

Initial Consultation for UK Visa Applications

It is our Standard professional practice to offer paid visa initial consultations who wish to apply for UK visas. This enables us to gauge prospects of your UK Visa & Immigration matter and accordingly decide if we can assist you. If we, after the UK visa consultation, believe that we can prepare your UK Visa Application or appeal against UK Visa refusal, only then we take the case and fee. Our fees depend on the time we anticipate to prepare your UK Visa Application and exercise involved therefore these vary for everyone. Rest assured we do not surprise our clients with any hidden charges. Clients can visit our offices or take initial consultation via WhatsApp, Zoom, Skype, GoogleMeet and other platforms. We have been successfully advising our clients across the globe for the last 12 years as British Lawyers.

Preparation of UK Visa Application

Our experts UK Visa Solicitors in Punjab India are equipped with latest and modern technology. We analyse our clients’ personal, familial and financial circumstances. We advise our clients on the required documentation for their UK Visa application, prepare draft letters of support, representation letter on behalf of our client and document check list etc. Our UK Immigration Lawyers in Punjab India are expert in UK Visas & Immigration. Call us today to book your initial consultation with us either in person or remotely.

What’s included in our Professional Service?

As British lawyers, we will do our best and even go that extra mile for you. We can help you with the necessary paperwork that will be needed to ensure that your application meets the Immigration requirements.

Please expect us to do the following for you, when you instruct us to represent you or a member of your family:

1. Full and professional assessment of your case
2. Advice on whether you should consider a different immigration programme or category
3. Strong and weak points of your application
4. Advice on correct list of documents
5. Advice on evidence required
6. Instructing your sponsor, relative, employer or college (if required)
7. Completion of all visa immigration forms & appendix
8. Final check of your documents before submission to the British Embassy/Home Office
9. Drafting representations and cover letters to the Home Office/British Diplomatic Post
10. Creating a professionally looking paginated visa application bundle
11. All translations of the relevant documents
12. Booking of your appointments at VFS India
13. Represent your application to the Home Office inside/outside UK British Diplomatic Post
14. Correspondence with the Home Office/British Diplomatic Post as and when required
15. Keeping you updated by email, phone or msg about correspondence in your application
16. On-going visa application support till your application has been decided by UKVI
17. Any further in-country/out-of-country immigration assistance

Refusal of UK Visa application

We have successfully overturned many UK visa refusals by appealing the decisions in the UK. Our expert UK Solicitors in India have necessary knowledge and expertise to direct you in the right direction.

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