UK Tier 4 (Adult) Student Visa

The Tier 4 (Adult) Student visa is for adult students who want to study in the UK for their post-16 education, including full-time, short and long term courses at approved education providers.

Those who have not yet been accepted into a course of study in the UK may be eligible for a prospective student visitor visa.

Tier 4 (Adult) Student Visa Requirements

To qualify for a Tier 4 (Adult) Student visa under the UK points-based system, applicants must score a minimum of 40 points for attributes including confirmation of acceptance for studies and maintenance (available funds).

Applicants must have been accepted to study a course at an acceptable level with an approved education provider (sponsor) and have acceptable English language skills to obtain a valid confirmation of acceptance for studies.

Tier 4 (Adult) Student Visa Entitlements

A Tier 4 (Adult) Student visa entitles the holder to live and study in the UK temporarily. A Tier 4 (Adult) Student visa is usually granted for the full length of the course of study and extensions may be granted.

A Tier 4 (Adult) Student visa also entitles the holder to undertake limited work in the UK, depending on the level of their study.

Spouses and unmarried children under 18 years of age may apply to accompany their spouse or parent to the UK only if the applicant is undertaking a course at National Qualifications Framework level 7 (or above) at a higher education institution for at least 12 months or is a new government-sponsored student undertaking a course for at least 6 months.

Tier 4 (Adult) Student Visa Processing Time and Costs

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* The reduced fee will be applicable when the dependent applies at the same time with the main applicant.