uk general student study visa

UK General Student Visa Application from India

UK General Student Visa falls under Tier-4 (General) Study Visa category under the points based system is for those international students who wish to come to the UK to study and experience life and culture in the UK.

We being British qualified Solicitors in India can help with your Tier 4 Student Visa applications from India. Our expert UK visa & immigration solicitors consultants can assist you with the preparation of your study visa application and ensure that you meet with all the requirements of the relevant Immigration Rules.

Eligibility Requirements For UK Tier-4 (General) Study Visa

Applicants applying for a UK General Student Visa need to meet the following eligibility requirements and must prove that:

  • You must have been accepted at a UK-based institution which is registered with the Home Office for full-time study which is a minimum of 15 hours of classroom study per week.;
  • You will need to have English ability just below GCSE in a foreign language to gain entry to the UK on a student visa;
  • You need to provide evidence that you have sufficient funds to pay for your course and support your stay in the UK;
  • You need to provide your certificates that show sufficient qualifications from secondary school or college;
  • You need to provide your letter of acceptance to show you have been accepted on a course of study in the UK;

There are certain restrictions on a Tier 4 Student Visa. For example:

  • You will not be able to study below degree level if the course includes a work placement unless the course is being provided by a university, college or training provider with the status of ‘highly trusted sponsor';
  • You will not be able to bring in dependents if the duration of the course is less than six months;
  • If you are studying a course lower than foundation or undergraduate degree level your dependents will not be allowed to work in the UK;

Course you can study in the UK

You must have an unconditional offer of a place on a course with a licensed student sponsor.

To prove this, your education provider will send you a reference number (called a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS)) once they’ve offered you a place on the course. You need a CAS before you can apply for your visa.

You can do one of the following courses:

You may also need an Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) certificate if you’re studying or researching sensitive topics at RQF level 7 or above .

The qualification levels are different in Scotland.

There are certain restrictions on a Tier 4 Student Visa. For example:

  • You will not be able to study below degree level if the course includes a work placement unless the course is being provided by a university, college or training provider with the status of ‘highly trusted sponsor';
  • You will not be able to bring in dependents if the duration of the course is less than six months;
  • If you are studying a course lower than foundation or undergraduate degree level your dependents will not be allowed to work in the UK;

UK Student Visa Approved Institutions

Where Can I study In The UK You must be accepted on a course which is licensed to sponsor Tier 4 Migrants , which means must be on the register of sponsors lists more details can be found here Tier 4 Sponsors for migrants wishing to study in the UK, or they should be accredit by one of the following :

Under Tier 4 (General) Student Visa regulations, international students have permission to commence part time work of up to 20 hours per week and full time during holidays. The Tier 4 Student Visa also gives permission for you to undertake a work placement as part of your university course.

Documents Required for Tier-4 (General) Study Visa

When you apply for your Student visa you must provide:

  • a current passport or other valid travel documentation;
  • a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) from your course provider;

You may also need to provide:

  • proof you have enough money to support yourself and pay for your course - this will vary depending on your circumstances;
  • a valid ATAS certificate if your course and nationality require it
  • proof of parental or other legal guardian consent if you’re under 18;
  • proof of your relationship to your parent or guardian if you’re under 18;
  • your tuberculosis test results;
  • written consent for your application from your financial sponsor if you’ve received sponsorship for your course fees and living costs in the last 12 months;

You may need to provide additional documents depending on your circumstances.

Length of stay in UK

Successful UK Student visa applicants will be granted a visa in line with the length of their initial course of study. The Tier 4 – UK Student visa offers the student the benefit of developing an educational base in the UK while being permitted to work between 10 to 20 hours per week during term periods, depending on the course of study. Tier 4 – UK Student visa holders are permitted to work full time during vacation periods without seeking further permission from the UK Home Office. In some instances, graduate level students may be able to switch into a working visa category that could lead to settlement in the UK.

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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