After the outbreak of the Ukrainian crisis, a large number of Ukrainian refugees poured into European countries.
The UK Visas and Immigration Service has focused on expediting the issuance of refugee entry visas, as other visas will inevitably be affected.
The British Embassy in China issued an announcement on March 15, saying that due to the recent increase in demand for visa applications related to the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine, there will be some delays in the application for student, work and dependent visas at the UK Visa Application Centre.
At the same time, the "priority" and "super priority" visa services will be temporarily suspended for the above types of visa applications.
Therefore, Hui Ying Xiaobian also recommends that students prepare as soon as possible and apply for a visa as soon as possible.
What documents are required to apply for a visa
To apply for a Tier 4 student visa, you need to prepare the following documents:
- Personal passport within the validity period
- Printed visa application form (photo, name and date of delivery of the visa on the application form)
- Tuberculosis testing is demonstrated
- The school issued an acceptance confirmation letter TO CAS
- A copy of the email to pay for the visa fee and medical surcharge
- Original and copy of the offer
- Original and photocopy of language scores
- Original and copy of proof of deposit
- Original, translation and photocopy of graduation certificate, degree certificate, transcript.
Since 6 July 2018, the UK Home Office has stipulated that Chinese students applying for Tier 4 visas do not need to submit Proof of English Proficiency, Proof of Financial Resources and Proof of Academic Qualifications, but the Immigration Department may still conduct spot checks.
Therefore, in order to be foolproof, it is best to prepare in advance so as not to run again.
What are the costs of applying for a visa
- The student visa costs £348
Online payment is required and the application fee can be paid online via VISA, MasterCard, debit card in RMB.
- Medical surcharges
Non-EEA citizens travelling to the Premier League for 6 months are subject to a medical surcharge and can enjoy the same NHS national health services as UK permanent residents.
- Courier delivery fee and SMS notification fee
These two items can be paid selectively according to individual circumstances.
The student visa is generally issued in about 15 working days (3 weeks), but in view of the delay in visa processing in August last year, Hui Ying Xiaobian believes that it is best not to hope that your visa can be issued so quickly.
After entering May, it will soon usher in the peak period of UK student visa applications, and students should prepare as early as possible to avoid the final delay in enrolment.