The process for applying for visa in the UK depends on whether you can use the UK Immigration: ID Check app. You can find this out by answering a few questions on the UKVI website. UKVI Update - Application fees increasing on 09 April 2025 The application fee for Student visa applications submitted on or after 09 April 2025 will increase to £524. Check if you can use the UK Immigration: ID Check app You should be able to use the UK Immigration: ID Check app to confirm your identity as part of your visa application. How you do this depends on where you’re from, the type of passport, and if your online eVisa details are up-to-date.If your current biometric passport has been updated in your eVisa online account you should be allowed to apply via the UKVI app (ID verification). This is the case even if you didn’t use it for your previous/original visa application. However, there are some reasons why you might not be able to use the app, for example, you don’t have a compatible phone or you have dependants with you in the UK. If you can’t use the app, you will be told to book and attend an appointment at a UK Visa and Citizenship Application Services (UKVCAS) centre, in person (biometrics). To find out whether you can use the UK Immigration: ID Check app, visit the UKVI site, click ‘Start now’ under the Apply section and answer a few questions. You don't have to start your application at this point. Apply for a further Student visa extensionAlternatively, switch into the Student visa route Steps for applying using the UK Immigration: ID Check app Step 1: Gather your documents When applying inside the UK, you will need: your Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) numberyour current passport your Biometric Residence Permit (BRP) (if you have one) You might also need to submit other documents with your application. You should check to see which documents you need before making your application. Document checklist for applying inside the UK Step 2: Complete your online application When you have gathered all the documents you need, you can complete your online application at the UKVI website. You can save your application and return to it, which means you do not have to complete it in one session. Please note that some changes have recently been made to the application form, meaning not all information in the guide may be up to date. We will update our guidance as soon as we are able to. See our guide for completing the application using the UK Immigration: ID Check app. Document Student visa application guide - inside the UK (using app) (6.27 MB / PDF) Step 3: Confirm your identity using the UK Immigration: ID Check app The online application will tell you when to download the UK Immigration: ID Check app.You can use this app to confirm your identity, by scanning your passport or BRP, and taking a photo of your face. Step 4: Pay for and submit your application You will need to pay the visa application fee, and the Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS).Once you have made your payment, you can submit your online application. However, your application won’t be complete until you have uploaded your documents (if you are required to do so). Find out more about the Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) UKVI information about visa application fees Step 5: Upload your supporting documents If you’re required to upload supporting documents, you will be provided with a deadline of when the upload must be completed. You can log in to your UKVI account at any point up until that deadline to upload your documents. You should take a clear, colour photo (or scan) of your documents, and upload the image files directly to the UKVI website. Document Student visa application form: UK Immigration ID Check app (7.04 MB / PDF) I cannot use the UK Immigration: ID Check app and need to book a biometrics appointmentStep 1: Gather your documentsWhen applying inside the UK, you will need: your Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) numberyour current passport your Biometric Residence Permit (BRP) (if you have one) You might also need to submit other documents with your application. You should check to see which documents you need before making your application. Document checklist for applying inside the UK Step 2: Complete your online application When you have gathered all the documents you need, you can complete your online application at the UKVI website. You can save your application and return to it, which means you do not have to complete it in one session. Step 3: Pay for and submit your application You will need to pay the visa application fee, and the Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS). Once you have made this payment, you can submit your online application. However, your application won’t be complete until you have uploaded your documents and attended an appointment (if you are required to do so). Find out more about the Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) UKVI information about visa application fees Step 4: Book an appointment and upload your documents After completing your application on the UKVI website, you will be told to register with UKVCAS and book an appointment. You can upload your documents directly to the UKVCAS website, up to 48 hours before your appointment. You should take a clear, colour photo (or scan) of your documents, and upload the image files directly to the website. If you don’t upload your documents beforehand, you will be charged a fee for having them uploaded at your appointment. Step 5: Attend your appointment After booking your appointment, you will be emailed a QR code. You should bring this to your appointment along with your passport and (if you have one) your BRP.At your appointment you will have your documents and identity checked and recorded. After this your application will be complete. Next steps Find out what to do after submitting your application This article was published on 2024-07-29
