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Child Student Visa UK

Students from certain countries can come to the UK to study at certain schools through the Child Student Visa UK.

If you need assistance with your visa application, consult with the experienced immigration attorneys at UK Immigration Solicitors. You may rely on our assistance with every part of your application. For urgent assistance, dial 02033844389.

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What is a Child Student Visa UK?

You can apply for the Tier 4 child student visa if you’re aged between 4 and 17 and you want to study at an independent school in the UK.

You must also:

  • have a place on a course
  • have the consent of your parent or guardian
  • have enough money to cover your course fees and living costs
  • be from a country that’s not in the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland
  • meet the eligibility requirements

There will be no change to the rights and status of EU citizens living in the UK until 2021. You and your family can apply for ‘settled status’ to continue living in the UK after June 2021. The scheme will open fully by March 2019.

You can speak to our assessment team now to confirm your eligibility and options for free on 02033844389.

Who is Eligible for a Tier 4 UK Child Student Visa?

To attend a private or independent school in the UK as a child, you must meet the following requirements set out by UK Visas and Immigration:

  • You are between 4 and 17 years old;
  • An approved course of study at an independent school (also known as a private school) with a valid student sponsor licence has offered you an unconditional place;
  • There are suitable arrangements for your care and reception in the UK;
  • You won’t need any government assistance to cover your living expenses and tuition;
  • Your parent(s) or guardian(s) has given you their permission;

If you want to go to an independent school in the UK as a child, you may need to meet certain requirements. These requirements will depend on your situation. For professional guidance, you should see an immigration lawyer.

Course Requirements for Tier 4 Child Student Visa

You must have:

  • An unconditional offer of a place on a course with a licensed Tier 4 sponsor
  • Enough money to support yourself and pay for your course – this will vary depending on your circumstances.
  • Your course
  • You can do a course that’s taught in line with:
  • The national curriculum
  • The Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF)
  • Independent school education inspection standards

You can also do a course that’s accepted as being at the same academic level by:

  • Office for Standards in Education (Ofsted)
  • HM Inspectorate of Education (in Scotland)
  • Estyn (in Wales)
  • Education and Training Inspectorate (in Northern Ireland)
  • Independent Schools Inspectorate

You can do a short course to prepare you for your main course, such as pre-sessional study.

Also, you cannot do a foundation course that will prepare you for direct entry to a higher education institution.

Confirmation of acceptance for studies

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 a course. You’ll need to enter this on your application.

Also, your CAS can cover both the pre-sessional course and your main course of study.

You must apply for your visa no later than 6 months after you’re sent the CAS.

How many points are needed?

The child must meet the following requirements in order to be able to come to the UK as a Child Student:

Types of Points

Requirements

No of Points

Study (must meet all requirements)

– Proof of acceptance for studies – Eligible course – Eligible independent school – Between the ages of 4 and 17 years old – Proof of parental consent

50

Financial

Fulfil financial requirements

20

Financial Requirements for Child Study Visa UK

You will need to show UK Visas and Immigration that you have enough money to pay for your course fees and live on your own in the UK in order to get a Child Student visa UK.

Course Fees

Unless you are in one of the special groups below, you will need to show that you have enough money to pay all of your course fees for one school year.

Cost of Living

You will be required to provide proof that you can cover your living expenses in the UK unless you belong to one of the categories mentioned below.

Your life situation will determine how much you need:

  • An applicant’s boarding costs for one school year must be paid to a residential independent school.
  • Private, part-time foster carers, whether they are British nationals or an immigrant, must have access to a minimum of £570 per month for the duration of the course (up to a maximum of nine months);
  • To live with a parent or guardian who has a Parent of Child Student Visa, the applicant has to have £1,560 per month for the entire course, up to a maximum of nine months. Additionally, for each additional kid living with the parent, the applicant needs £625 per month for the course, up to a maximum of nine months.
  • For applicants who are 16 or 17 years old and living on their own, the following financial requirements are applicable: (a) £1,265 (or £1,334 starting from 1/12/2020) per month for courses taken in London up to a maximum of 9 months; or (b) £1,015 (or £1,023 starting from 1/12/2020) per month for courses taken outside of London up to a maximum of 9 months.

You must have kept the funds in a secure location for a minimum of 28 days, with the last day not exceeding 31 days prior to the date on which you apply for a tier 4 child visa.

Special Categories

The following types of applicants will automatically be considered to have met the financial requirements for a Child Student Visa UK:

  • Candidates whose legal status in the UK extends back at least twelve months from the date on which their Child Student Visa application is due;
  • Anyone applying who is a British national (overseas) or resides in one of the countries or territories listed as having a “differential evidence requirement” (UKVI can still ask these applicants to prove they have the necessary funds, so they should still have enough on hand).

Real Student Rule

If you’re 16 or 17, you will need to meet the requirements for a real student. If you wish to study in the UK legally, the Home Office will look into your immigration and educational backgrounds, the program you’re interested in, where you intend to attend school, why you want to study here, what you want to do after graduation, and your personal and financial situations.

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Documents You Must Provide

When you apply you’ll need to provide:

  • A current passport or other valid travel documentation
  • Proof that you can support yourself and pay for your course – this will vary depending on your circumstances
  • Proof of parental or other legal guardian consent
  • Also, proof of your relationship with your parent or guardian
  • Your tuberculosis (TB) test results if you’re from a country where you have to take 
  • the test

You need a page in your passport that’s blank on both sides for your visa. Also, your documents will usually be sent back within 14 days.

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How to Apply For a Child Student Visa UK?

Here are the steps you need to take to get a Child Student Visa:

  1. Apply to the educational institute that will help you the most based on your current situation.
  2. Get a formal offer from the school
  3. Request your Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies number.
  4. Find your nearest visa application centre.
  5. Book a TB test (if needed) and find out what the public health rules are for the coronavirus (PCR tests, quarantine, etc.).
  6. Make sure you have all the necessary supporting papers.
  7. Complete the application form
  8. Please send the registration fee and any immigration health surcharges to the Home Office.
  9. Schedule an appointment for biometrics at the place where you are applying for your visa (if one is available).
  10. Go to your visa interview (if it’s necessary).
  11. Send in your information to get your biometric residence permit (if needed).
  12. Wait for a decision to be made on your visa request.

You can apply for a visa outside of the UK up to six months before the start of your course, and you should hear back in three weeks. For applicants in the UK, you can send your application up to three months before the course starts, and you should hear back within eight weeks.

To improve your chances of getting the job, you should make sure:

  • Ensure you fulfil the eligibility requirements.
  • You should get your supporting evidence well ahead of time.
  • Please make sure that your papers are in the right format.
  • Fill out every part of your application completely and honestly.
  • Adhere to the guidelines set out by your sponsored institution.
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What You Can And Can't Do at Tier 4 Child Visa?

You can:

  • Study at an independent school
  • Apply from outside the UK
  • apply to extend your stay
  • You can also work if you’re 16 or over:
  • Part-time during the term for up to 10 hours per week
  • Full-time during vacations
  • On a work placement as part of your course, (but not for more than 50% of your course time)
  • As a student union sabbatical officer for up to 2 years

You cannot:

  • Study at an academy or a local authority-funded school (also known as a maintained school) or further education college
  • Get public funds
  • Take a full-time permanent job or be self-employed
  • Work as a doctor or dentist in training
  • Work as a professional sportsperson (for example a sports coach) or entertainer
  • Settle in the UK on this visa
  • Bring in family members (‘dependants’) – if your parents want to accompany you, they’ll need to apply for a Parent of a Tier 4 (Child) visa
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What is the Processing Time for a Child Student Visa UK?

The earliest you can apply for a visa is 3 months before you start your course. You’ll usually get a decision on your visa within 3 weeks.

How Long Can You Stay on a Tier 4 Child Student Visa?

Your age and the length of your course of study will affect how long you can stay.

Age when you apply

How long you can stay

Under 16

Course length (up to 6 years) plus 4 months afterward

16 or 17

Course length (up to 3 years) plus 4 months afterward

You can arrive in the UK:

  • up to 1 week before your course starts if your course lasts 6 months or less
  • up to 1 month before your course starts if your course lasts more than 6 months
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Extension of Child Student Visa UK

You may be able to apply to extend your stay in the UK under a Tier 4 (Child) visa. You must:

  1. Meet the eligibility requirements of this visa
  2. Already in the UK
  3. Be sponsored by an independent school

When to Apply

You must apply:

  • within 6 months of getting a confirmation of acceptance for studies (CAS)
  • Before your current visa expires – but no more than 3 months before the course start date on your CAS
  • You can stay in the UK until you get your decision.
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Switch To This Visa

You may be able to change (‘switch’) from another visa to a Tier 4 (Child) visa.

When to Apply

You must apply:

  • Within 6 months of getting a confirmation of acceptance for studies (CAS)
  • Before your current visa expires – but no more than 3 months before the course start date on your CAS

You can stay in the UK until you get your decision.

What Happens Next

You’ll be contacted if your application is complex and will take longer, for example, because:

  • Your supporting documents need to be verified
  • You need to attend an interview
  • Of your personal circumstances (for example, if you have a criminal conviction)
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How Can UK Immigration Solicitors Help?

Our goal at UK Immigration Solicitors is to assist you in making sure that your child has access to a quality education since we know how important it is. This visa might have a lengthy and complicated application procedure. If you want to increase your chances of success, our team of immigration attorneys can help you with every step of the process.

With the help of one of our committed solicitors, you can:

  • making sure you have all the necessary paperwork in order to apply;
  • checking the accreditation status of the school you want to attend;
  • keeping in touch with the Home Office as your application progresses through the decision-making process;
  • to coordinate and communicate with your Sponsor;

working on your application’s Letter of Representation. Your case and its merits are detailed in this letter. In support of your application, it will also refer to any relevant UK immigration laws. This way, your application form will be filled out to the highest level by experts.

Get in touch with our immigration attorneys by calling 02033844389 or submitting an online form.

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