Visas and immigration

Student route: eligibility and requirements

The Student route is a points-based visa system for all international students, including EU, EEA, and Swiss students, who want to study in the UK.

Applying for a Student route visa outside the UK

This page outlines guidance on visa applications under the Student route, including applications by EEA nationals

Passport, visa and BRP problems

How to deal with problems surrounding visas, passports and BRP.

Dependants

Some Students can have family with them in the UK as their dependants.

Brexit - EU Settlement Scheme

The United Kingdom (UK) left the European Union (EU) on 31 January 2020. See here for an explanation of the current situation in regards to the UK's departure from the EU.

Protecting your student status

This page outlines guidance on visa applications under the Student route, including applications by EEA nationals

Are you an EEA national?

You are a European Economic Area (EEA) national if you are a citizen of one of the following countries.

Making a student route application in the UK

This section guides you through the eligibility and application process for making a Student route application in the UK.

Short term student visa

You must have immigration permission in this category before you come to the UK.

Visitors

A visitor is someone who wishes to visit the UK for a temporary duration.

Student immigration: The basics

Most types of immigration permission allow you to study in the UK.

Immigration on arrival

Find out more about the practicalities of entering the UK.

Arriving via Ireland

You might travel to the UK via the Republic of Ireland. However, it is important to understand that both countries are part of a Common Travel Area.

Your institution has sponsor licence problems

In this section, we explain the implications for you, as a student with Student or Child Student permission, if your institution has its sponsor licence investigated or revoked.

Family members of EEA nationals

If your family members are also EEA or Swiss nationals, they can come to the UK in the same way as you.

Graduate route

The Graduate route is for those who have a degree or other relevant qualification from an approved UK higher education provider.

Student advice