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Student Visa

Student Visa Requirements

In order to successfully apply for a Student visa, you must obtain a total of 70 points.

Points Type Relevant Requirements to be Met Number of Points
Study (CAS)
  • Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies requirement
  • Course requirement
  • Approved qualification requirement
  • Level of Study requirement
  • Place of Study requirement 
 50
Financial
  • Financial requirement
 10
English Language (CAS)
  • English language requirement
 10

In order to help students to make a successful visa application, the Visa Support Team will be carrying out extra checks, including checking your financial evidence before we can issue your CAS. It is imperative that you start planning and preparing for your application now to prevent a delay in receiving your CAS.

You can apply for your visa within 6 months of your course start date, as stated on your offer letter. Please note, however, that you can only travel to the UK within one month before your course start date.

The Student visa application can be a difficult and complex process and we want to ensure that students have all the support they need to get their visa. The following information provides more details about the process, but if you have any further questions feel free to contact visasupport@bradford.ac.uk. 

Applying for a visa

This section covers applying for a visa online from within and outside the UK, the standard application fee, additional surcharges and processing times.

Dependant visas

This section covers the requirements necessary if you wish to bring family or dependants with you, including financial and medical responsibilities.

Credibility checks

The Home Office may conduct a credibility interview as part of the visa application process. Find our more about the interview and how we can help you prepare.

Visa granted

This section covers what to expect when your visa has been granted and what your next steps should be.

Visa refusals

If your Student Visa has been refused, our Visa Support team can advise on how to proceed.

eVisas

An eVisa is an online record of your immigration status and the conditions of your permission to enter or stay in the UK.

Visa Support Webinars

We understand that making a visa application can be a stressful process but we can guide you through it to make it as smooth as possible.

The Visa Support Team are running a series of CAS Issuing, Visa Application and Pre-Arrival Webinars throughout the year.

CAS Issuing and Visa Application Help

Prepare for the pre-CAS interview

This webinar prepares you for the Applicant Support Interview, which forms part of the University’s pre-CAS checks and the UK Student visa process. It explains why interviews are required, what to expect, and how to prepare effectively. The session covers the types of questions you may be asked about your course choice, academic background, finances, and future plans, helping you demonstrate that you are a genuine student

CAS Issuing Webinar

This webinar explains the CAS (Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies) issuing process at the University of Bradford. You will learn about deposit and document deadlines, the checks the University must complete before issuing a CAS, and the financial, academic, and immigration requirements set by UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI). The Visa Support Team will also explain common reasons why CAS issuance may be delayed or refused, and what you need to do to ensure your CAS can be issued as smoothly as possible.

Attendees will have an opportunity to ask the Visa Support Team questions about the CAS issuing process.

Please find a recording of one of the previous CAS issuing webinars from October 2024 (applicants will need to register with GoToMeetings as if they were attending the webinar). Please note that the information in the webinars is subject to change, therefore applicants should attend a live webinar for the most up-to-date information.

Visa Application Webinar

Once you have received your CAS, this webinar guides you through the UK Student visa application process step by step. The Visa Support Team will explain how to complete the online application, what documents are required, financial evidence rules, the Immigration Health Surcharge, and visa application fees. The session also covers visa processing times, credibility interviews, common mistakes, and tips to help you submit a complete and accurate visa application.

Please find a recording of one of the previous Visa application webinars from November 2024 (applicants will need to register with GoToMeetings as if they were attending the webinar). Please note that the information in the webinars is subject to change, therefore applicants should attend a live webinar for the most up-to-date information.

Pre-Arrival and Accommodation Information

Accommodation - Information for International Students

This webinar provides essential guidance on finding accommodation in Bradford before travelling to the UK. You will learn about different accommodation options, realistic budgeting, what to consider when house-hunting, and important legal responsibilities such as tenancy agreements. The session also covers cost of living expectations, family accommodation considerations, and trusted sources of housing advice. Students are strongly advised not to sign accommodation contracts before their visa is granted.

 

Please find a recording of one of the accommodation webinars from July 2024 which was ran jointly with Unipol (applicants will need to register with GoToMeetings as if they were attending the webinar). Please note that the information in the webinars is subject to change, therefore applicants should attend a live webinar for the most up-to-date information.

Pre-Arrival Webinar

This webinar helps you prepare for arrival and life at the University of Bradford once your visa has been issued. It covers key information on travelling to the UK, airport pick-up, enrolment, orientation activities, accommodation, healthcare, and student support services. You will also learn what to bring with you, what to expect in your first weeks, and how to settle into campus and city life. This session is designed for students who are ready to prepare for arrival.

Please find a recording of one of the pre-arrival webinars from July 2024 (applicants will need to register with GoToMeetings as if they were attending the webinar). Please note that the information in the webinars is subject to change, therefore applicants should attend a live webinar for the most up-to-date information.