Immigration Updates

Recent immigration changes

Graduate visa length:  01 January 2027

The Graduate visa will be shortened from two years to 18 months for undergraduate and postgraduate taught graduates applying from 01 January 2027. PhD and doctoral graduates will still receive three years.

Applications made before 1 January 2027 are unaffected by this change.

Visa brake on UK Student visa for some nationalities:  26 March 2026

Nationals of Afghanistan, Cameroon, Myanmar, and Sudan cannot currently make a Student visa application outside the UK due to government restrictions. Current students in the UK with a valid Student visa are not affected.

Visa brake: information for students

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Travelling to the UK

What to expect and consider when traveling to the UK for study

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International Check-in

International students must complete the International Check-in to confirm their right to study in the UK

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Visas for study

Discover the suitable visa route for your studies at Edinburgh and how to meet the requirements.

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Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS)

How to obtain a CAS number for your Student visa application

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Bringing family members

Check if you can bring your partner and children (under 18) on the Student Dependant route

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EU, EEA and Swiss students

Information on the EU Settlement Scheme and the EU IHS reimbursement scheme

Immigration advice

Contact us

Submit an online enquiry form to the Student Immigration Service for assistance

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Information for staff

Advice and guidance for University of Edinburgh staff on working with international students

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