Before discussing the changes and the introduction of a new post-Brexit Points-Based Immigration System, let us briefly outline of the old system. From 2021 there will be a lot of changes. To make it an easy and enjoyable read for
Change of Financial Support Rules for EU, other EEA and Swiss Students
Two days ago, Michelle Donelan, the Minister of State for Universities confirmed that the eligibility rules for EEA student would be changing. These changes will apply to EU, other EEA and Swiss nationals, and their family members, who wish to
How Much Will Your Visa Outside the UK Cost?
Generally, there are three main components to a successful visa application. The applicants will need to meet the suitability requirements. In the rules, the Home Office sometimes refers to them as ‘general grounds for refusal’. I’ve written several articles about
The Genuine Student Rule in Student Visa (Tier 4 (General) Applications (Part 3 of 3)
THIS IS PART 3 OF 3. READ PART 1 HERE READ PART 2 HERE The personal and financial circumstances of the applicant and any dependant All factors in this category are quite reasonable and predictable: MONEY: Your economic circumstances. How
The Genuine Student Rule in Student Visa (Tier 4 (General) Applicants (Part 1 of 3)
All visa nationals wishing to study in the UK for longer need to apply for a document known as entry clearance (visa) to study here. This document is the UK immigration authorities’ permission allowing international students to enter the UK
Short-term Students
I’ve dedicated a number of articles and videos explaining the Tier 4 (General) Student UK Immigration route. This is when international students would like to enrol on an English language course that lasts longer than 11 months. Alternatively, it will
The UK’s Future Immigration System
Several days ago the UK Government published ‘The UK’s future immigration system’ briefing paper with an overview of some of the proposals for the future immigration system in the UK. In this article, I’ll summarise the main points from this
Do You Need a Visa to Enter the UK?
General Rules Despite its seeming complexity, the rules are very simple. You don’t need a visa to enter the UK if you are a British citizen. If you are an EU national, you may want to double-check the rules in
Length of Time a Tier 4 (General) Student Can Come to the UK For
The table below explains how much time a Tier 4 (General) Student can come to the UK for: Type of course Total length of course Length of stay allowed Main course of study
Discretionary General Grounds for Refusal for Entry Clearance Applications
Discretionary General Grounds for Refusal for Entry Clearance Applications In my previous article, I explained that how not to be caught by any general grounds for refusal is one of the keys to a successful visa application. Mandatory and
Mandatory General Grounds for Refusal for Entry Clearance Applications
Mandatory General Grounds for Refusal for Entry Clearance Applications One of the Keys to a Successful Visa Application Understanding general grounds for refusal for entry clearance application is one of the KEY components to your successful visa application. This
Study in the UK as an International Student
Requirements You Need to Meet in Order to Study in the UK as an International Student You will be considered as an international student if you are not a British Citizen and not from the European Economic Areas. In order
All You Need to Know About Landing Cards
A landing card is a form that non- European Economic Area (EEA) nationals will be requested to complete on entry to the United Kingdom. In this video you will find out: 1. what landing cards are; 2. why you need
Tier 4 General Student Visa (Entry Clearance Applications)
If you are a visa national student who wants to come to the UK to study, then you will need to make a Tier 4 (General) Student entry clearance application. In this video, I explain 5 key elements for success