Though UK Colleges are always open
to welcome international students but there is no escape for applicants from
undergoing the selection criteria for the studying Colleges in UK student
visa. Meeting the set eligibility conditions confirm you the go ahead through
the primary step of your joining a UK college student visa. You may check these
conditions in our selection criteria section on the right. Keep reading below
for information on studying various courses in UK Colleges and UK Universities.
Where to Apply
Biometric Identity Screening:
Student has to go personally for
submission to Local Collection Centre of BHC, know as VFS (Visa Facilitation
Services) spread across 12 major cities in India to have their fingerprints and
photograph taken when they apply for Tier 4 category visa. This process will
help them to gain admission in UK Colleges and Top UK Universities.
Process:
a. How
Many days prior a student can apply for visa to study in his choice of
Student can apply any time within
90 days period prior to the date of commencement of the program. This will
ensure timely admission and enrollment in best UK Colleges of his choice.
b. Documents
Checklist
Original Passport – Valid for
minimum 6 months at the time of departure
Prescribed online form (VAF 9) and
Appendix 8 to be filled in manually
Copy of CAS (Confirmation of
Acceptance for Study in UK Colleges)
Set 2
All relevant original financial
documents in acceptable format
It can be in the form of balance
in Saving a/c and or Bank FD, preferably in the name of Applicant or Parents or
jointly held with Applicant. Funds you
are projecting should be from one of those listed financial institutions
approved by BHD.
Set 3
All academic documents & IELTS
/ work exp - as listed in CAS certificate
Set 4
Effective from Nov 2012, it is
mandatory to have TB Clearance Certificate issued by approved panel doctors
only.
c. Visa application Fees
Student can carry Demand Draft of
required amount fvg. “British High Commission” drawn on Mumbai Branch. Student
has option to carry enough cash (approx 26 K. subject to change) towards visa
processing fee which is non refundable.
e. Processing time:
Under normal circumstances it
takes 15 to 20 working days. Sometime process may take longer time. It is
advisable to submit documents well in advance within 90 days period before
commencement of the program in UK Universities and UK Colleges.
English ability Requirements
f. If the Education provider has
asked for then the student has to give IELTS, But it is strongly recommended to
give IELTS. This will ensure smooth entry in his / her choice of Universities
and Colleges in UK London.
For more in-depth requirements,
you can get in touch with Edwise Counselor nearest to your place.
Updated till 12th June,
2013
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