Apply for a short-term visa

You only need to apply for a short-term study visa in advance if you are a visa national. Check if this applies to you through the UK Government website.

f you are not a visa national, you can get the short-term study visa stamp when you arrive in the UK. However, you might still want to apply in advance to make things quicker and easier at the airport.

A short-term study visa is always issued for a six-month period however you should leave the UK once your course is completed. You cannot renew or extend your visa.

If your visa is granted on or after 11 January 2018 then you should leave the UK not more than 30 days after your course completion date (and sooner than this if the visa expires less than 30 days after the course ended).

You will need to provide evidence that:

• You have enough money for your stay in the UK (bank statements or payslips)
• You have a place on a course in the UK at an institution that meets the Short Term Study Visa Requirements.

This evidence includes an offer letter from your institution, documents showing your previous qualifications, and evidence of your English ability.

Find more information about documents you must provide for your visa.