We've put together the most important things you need to know about your visa to make your stay in the UK as easy as possible.
Frequently Asked Questions
BRP Related
- What to do if I have lost my BRP?
- What to do if my BRP chip is not working?
Graduate Route Related
- When am I eligible for the Graduate Route Visa?
- I obtained a postgraduate certificate / diploma, can I apply for the Graduate Route Visa?
Student Visa Related
- I have retakes, when can I extend my Student Visa?
- When can I extend my visa for a work placement?
- What documents do I need when extending my Student Visa?
- What is the difference between interruption and withdrawal and how does this affect my student visa?
Travel Related
- Can I travel during term-time?
Work Related
- When can I work full-time hours?
Inviting a visitor to the UK
During your studies, you may wish for a friend or family member to visit you in the UK from overseas.
Travelling in and out of the UK
During your studies, you may need to travel in and out of the UK. It's important to be aware of any impact your trip may have on your studies or your visa.
Changing your programme of study
If you are thinking about changing your programme of study, you need to be sure that this won't affect your visa.
Interrupting or withdrawing from study
If you are considering interrupting or withdrawing from your programme of study, you should give careful consideration to the implications of this and make sure to seek advice.
International Student Advice Service
The International Student Advice Service provides free and confidential immigration advice to applicants, students and graduates of the university.
The information on this page is correct at the time of writing. Whilst we try to make sure the information we provide is accurate, immigration policy changes frequently. You should therefore always refer to the official gov.uk website to ensure that you have up-to-date information.