Step 1: Gather your documents

You will need to provide your passport and other documents when applying for your visa.

Documents everyone needs 

All visa applicants applying outside the UK will need:

  • a valid passport (your passport must be valid when you make your visa application and when you arrive in the UK)
  • your Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) number 
  • documents to prove that you meet the financial requirements to study in the UK

Extra documents you may need to provide  

You may also need to provide extra documents when applying for your Student visa. This will depend on your circumstances, such as:

  • you are under 18 and need a letter from your parent or guardian supporting your application
  • you have a full scholarship from a government or international scholarship agency and you have completed your programme in the last 12 months

Find out which documents you need 

Find out the full list of documents you will need in our application documents section.  

Application documents

Next step 

Step 2: Start your visa application and confirm your identity