How long does UK student visa last?
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How long does UK student visa last?
How long you can stay depends on the length of your course and what study you’ve already completed in the UK. If you’re 18 or over and your course is at degree level, you can usually stay in the UK for up to 5 years. If it’s below degree level, you can usually stay in the UK for up to 2 years.
Can I apply for 2 years UK visa?
You can choose to apply for a long-term Standard Visitor visa if you visit the UK regularly. This visa lasts 2, 5 or 10 years. If you’re under 18 years old when you apply, your long-term Standard Visitor visa will only be valid for up to 6 months after you turn 18. You cannot get a refund on the fee.
How long is UK visa?
6 months
Remember that most visit visas are valid for 6 months (multiple entry) and will allow you to enter the UK in the future for the duration of the visa issued.
How can I get UK visa from India?
How to apply for a UK Visitor visa from India?
- Filling the Application Form – Visit gov.uk and fill in your UK visit/tourist visa application.
- Pay for the UK Visa Processing fee – After filling in your form, pay for the UK visa fees via a valid debit or credit card.
How much is UK 6 months visa fee?
Standard Visitor visa – for UK, Isle of Man, Jersey and Guernsey
| Visa types | Visa application fee (USD) |
|---|---|
| Short-term (up to 6 months, single or multiple entry) | 131 |
| Longer-term (valid for up to 2 years) | 497 |
| Longer-term (valid for up to 5 years) | 903 |
| Longer-term (valid for up to 10 years) | 1133 |
When can I apply for a UK student visa?
When you can apply depends on whether you’re applying from inside or outside the UK. The earliest you can apply for a visa is 6 months before you start your course. You’ll usually get a decision on your visa within 3 weeks. The earliest you can apply is 3 months before your course starts.
How long can I stay in the UK after my visa expires?
Your new course must begin within 28 days of your current visa expiring. You’ll usually get a decision within 8 weeks. How long you can stay depends on the length of your course and what study you’ve already completed in the UK. If you’re 18 or over and your course is at degree level, you can usually stay in the UK for up to 5 years.
How long does it take to get a UK visa endorsement?
The application for endorsement usually takes up to 28 days to be processed. The visa application can take up to three weeks if you are applying from outside the UK and up to eight weeks if you are applying from within the UK.
How much does a student visa cost in the UK?
If you’re applying from outside the UK, the fee for a UK student visa is £348. This is non-refundable. If you’re applying from inside the UK (either to extend an existing student visa or to switch from a different kind of visa), the fee is £475.