Your visa options will depend on where you come from and how long you are studying for. If your programme of study is longer than 6 months, you should get a Student visa. Travelling to the UK with a visa This guidance is aimed at all students who require a visa for their study. Non-visa and visa nationals coming to study in the UK for longer than 6 months will need to get a Student visa (entry clearance). Non-visa nationals travelling to the UK without a visa (study for 6 months or less) This guidance is aimed at non-visa nationals without a visa (coming to study for 6 months or less). Non-visa visitors must get an ETA (pre-travel clearance) before they can request Standard Visitor entry on arrival. Check your visa options - GOV.UKApplying for a visa guidance This article was published on 2025-01-20
