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Applying for a British student visa from Pakistan involves several detailed steps. Here is a complete guide to help you through the process:
Before you can apply for a student visa, you must have an unconditional offer from an approved Tier 4 sponsor (a university or college approved by the UK government). Here’s what you need to do:
⦁ Select a course and University with the help of HS Consultants (Pvt) Ltd
⦁ Application to the university or college is submitted via agent i.e., HS Consultants (Pvt) Ltd
⦁ Secure an unconditional offer after clearing the conditions of the conditional offer letter
⦁ You may be asked to clear a credibility interview and pay the initial deposit to the university
Once you have received an unconditional offer, you will share the following documents with your university to receive your CAS
⦁ Initial deposit payment Receipt
⦁ TB Test Report (6 months valid till the time of travel)
⦁ Bank Statement and Account Maintenance Certificate (28 days mature)
⦁ Affidavit of Support (If being sponsored by parents)
⦁ Birth Certificate and Family Registration Certificate (FRC) as evidence of relationship to the sponsor
⦁ After assessing the provided documents, the university will send you a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS). This is a crucial document for your visa application.
The CAS includes a unique reference number and information about your course and study duration.
You must show that you have enough money to cover your course fees and living costs. This includes:
⦁ Remaining course fees for the first year of study
⦁ Living costs for up to nine months (depending on the length of your course and where you will be living). As of 2024, the required amount is:
⦁ £12,006 per year for courses in London
⦁ £9,207 per year for courses outside London
Prepare all the necessary documents for your visa application. This typically includes:
⦁ A current passport or other valid travel documentation.
⦁ CAS reference number and supporting documents.
⦁ Proof of financial means (bank statements, sponsor letters, etc.).
⦁ Proof of English language proficiency (IELTS, TOEFL, etc.).
⦁ Proof of relationship to sponsor (Birth Certificate, FRC).
⦁ Tuberculosis (TB) test results (required for Pakistani applicants).
⦁ Academic qualifications mentioned on your CAS.
⦁ Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) payment confirmation.
Students from Pakistan need to be tested for tuberculosis if they are coming to the UK for more than six months.Schedule an appointment at an approved clinic.Take your TB test and obtain a certificate showing you are free from TB.
You need to complete the visa application online with the help of your agent i.e., HS Consultants (Pvt) Ltd via the official UK government website:
⦁ Go to the UK Visas and Immigration website.
⦁ Create an account and fill out the Tier 4 (General) student visa application form.
⦁ Pay the visa application fee (£490 as of 2024).
As part of your application, you will need to pay the Immigration Health Surcharge. This provides you access to the National Health Service (NHS) in the UK.
After submitting your application online, you will need to provide biometric information (fingerprints) to the Visa Application Center (VAC). Make an appointment at the nearest CRDV. Come to the meeting with your documents and biometric information.
Submit your supporting documents as instructed, either at the VAC during your biometrics appointment or online, depending on the instructions given.
You may be asked to participate in a credibility interview during which you will have to answer questions about your study plans, your course and your goals.
After submitting your application and attending your biometric appointment, you will have to wait for a decision. The decision may take up to 3 weeks.
If your application is successful, you will receive a visa (sticker) in your passport that will allow you to enter the UK. On arrival in the UK, you must collect your Biometric Residence Permit (BRP) from your designated post office within 10 days of your arrival.
With your visa vignette and all other preparations in place, you can travel to the UK to start your studies.
⦁ Start your application process well in advance.
⦁ Ensure all documents are accurate and up-to-date.
⦁ Maintain communication with your chosen university and Agent for any support or queries.
⦁ By following these steps attentively, you can successfully apply for a UK student visa from Pakistan.
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