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UK Study Visit Visa

THIS VISA TYPE IS SUITABLE IF YOU;
Want to complete existing overseas course electives / Complete a short course of study (less than 6 months) / Carry out academic research

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Study Visit Visa

Those wishing to come to the UK for a period of study, an elective relevant to a course of study abroad, or a period of research (or research tuition) are eligible for the Study Visit Visa.  

Study Visit Visas are for those who wish to sutdy in the UK for a temporary period of up to six months. This is a subcategory of the Standard Visitor route. 

All visitors must apply separately, even if they are travelling in a group.

This visa type is short-term and can be granted for up to 6 months. It will not provide any other rights of residence or allow you to become settled in the UK.

  • Make a new application, apply for your dependents to join you, wish to extend your visa, become settled or challenge an unfair decision…
  • UK Immigration Solicitors can provide you with expert advice, guidance and legal representation to meet your needs.
  • Unsure about whether your plans would meet the requirements or whether you are likely to face any challenges?
  • We can assess your individual circumstances and confirm what your options are through a free case assessment.
  • UK Immigration Solicitors can ensure that your chances of success are maximised by handling your entire application remotely.
  • We provide a fully digital service, and you never have to visit our offices for 9/10 immigration cases.
  • We are an award-winning law firm that specialises in all types of UK immigration cases, and we offer a transparent, fixed fee service to handle your entire case.
Our experienced UK immigration Solicitors can help you with your immigration process.

Who is Eligible for the Study Visit Visa?

UK Visas & Immigration requires the following requirements in order to grant you a Study Visit Visa:

  • Your nationality requires a visa (other nationalities may apply for entry as Visitors at the UK border if they do not hold a visa);
  • You are seeking entry to the UK for a legitimate reason permitted by the visitor routes;
  • No prohibited activities will be undertaken by you;
  • The costs of your visit (travel, maintenance, and accommodation) can be covered without working or relying on public funds;
  • You will leave the UK after your visit;
  • You will not live in the UK for extended periods or make it your main home through frequent or consecutive visits;
  • The general grounds for refusal do not apply to your application.

Depending on your circumstances, you may need to satisfy different requirements.

Our experienced UK immigration Solicitors can help you with your immigration process.

What Nationalities Need a Study Visit Visa?

Visa nationals are individuals who, due to their nationality, need a Visit Visa in order to enter the UK as a visitor. Visitors who require a visit visa must apply before they travel to the UK.

A list of nationalities that require a Visit Visa prior to visiting the UK as a visitor has been published by the Home Office. Some visa nationals may be able to enter the UK as a Visitor upon arrival under this list. Our expert team will be able to check and confirm whether you require a visa for your visit to the UK.

Non-visa nationals can normally apply for entry as Visitors upon arrival in the UK. Nonetheless, visitors without visas must meet the requirements for entry as Visitors, so upon arrival they should be prepared to explain, for example, the purpose of their trip and how they intend to be accommodated and maintained in the UK, as well as their travel plans for returning home. 

Non-visa nationals, including those from the EU or EEA, can enter the UK as a Visitor and do not need to apply for a Visit Visa.

Unsure about whether you require a visa? Speak to our expert team now to confirm if you are required to apply for a visit visa before being granted entry into the UK.