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UK Short-Term Student Visa

A Short-term Student visa is a provisional visa that permits you to visit the UK for up to six months.

​It is typically utilised for brief English language programmes or summer school courses. A short-term study visa is generally not advised for Pre-sessional English courses as it cannot be extended while you are in the UK.

​This visa is part of the UK Visitor visas.

What is the UK Short-Term Student Visa?

A Short-term Student visa permits you to undertake an English language course in the UK for a duration between six and eleven months. For courses lasting up to six months, you might be eligible to use the Visitor route.

​You must apply for and secure a Short-term Student visa prior to your arrival in the UK. You can submit your application from any country outside the UK, provided you have the legal right to be in the country from which you apply.​

Your application can only be made once you have been accepted onto an English language course at a recognised institution. You are not allowed to study at an academy or a state-funded school. The following information provides details about accredited institutions, state-funded schools, academies, and other eligibility requirements.

Eligibility requirements for a UK Short Term Student Visa

You need to have secured a place on a recognised English language course before applying for a Short-term study visa – you will be required to provide evidence of this during your application. Additionally, you must:

• Be at least 16 years old to apply
• Submit your application from outside the UK
• Obtain your visa prior to travelling to the UK

How to apply for a UK Short Term Student Visa?

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