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\nFAQs<\/h2>\nWhen and where can Indian students apply for a UK Student visa?<\/h3>\n
You can apply up to six months before your course starts. You submit your application online through GOV.UK, then attend a biometrics appointment at a VFS Global centre in India, such as Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, or Chennai.<\/p>\n
What are the eligibility criteria for a UK Student visa?<\/h3>\n
You need 70 points: 50 for a valid CAS from a licensed sponsor, 10 for meeting the financial requirement, and 10 for meeting the English language requirement. You must also meet the Genuine Student requirement and provide a TB test certificate.<\/p>\n
How much money do I need to show for a UK Student visa in 2027?<\/h3>\n
For applications made on or after 30th November 2026, you must show \u00a31,570 a month in London or \u00a31,203 a month outside London, for up to nine months, plus any outstanding first-year tuition fees. The funds must be held for 28 consecutive days.<\/p>\n
How much does a UK Student visa cost in 2027?<\/h3>\n
The Student visa application fee is \u00a3558 (approximately \u20b971,400), effective from 8th April 2026. You also pay the Immigration Health Surcharge at \u00a3776 a year for the length of your visa.<\/p>\n
How long is a UK Student visa valid?<\/h3>\n
For courses of 12 months or longer, your visa covers your course plus four months. Courses of six to 12 months get an extra two months, and shorter courses usually get an extra seven days.<\/p>\n
Can I stay in the UK after my studies?<\/h3>\n
Yes, through the Graduate Route. Applications made by 31st December 2026 get two years, while applications from 1st January 2027 get 18 months for bachelor’s and master’s graduates. PhD graduates get three years, and the Graduate visa fee is \u00a3937.<\/p>\n
Can I work while on a UK Student visa?<\/h3>\n
Students on degree-level courses can usually work up to 20 hours a week during term time and full-time during vacations. You cannot be self-employed or take a permanent full-time job.<\/p>\n
Can I bring dependants on a UK Student visa?<\/h3>\n
Only if you are studying a postgraduate research course, such as a PhD, or are a government-sponsored student. Students on taught master’s and undergraduate courses cannot bring dependants.<\/p>\n
Do Indian students need a TB test for a UK Student visa?<\/h3>\n
Yes. Indian residents must provide a TB test certificate from a UKVI-approved clinic as part of their visa application.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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