Why Apply for a Child Student Visa in the UK?

• Study in UK's independent schools
• Work part-time for up to 10 hours per week if you are aged 16 or above
• Get your visa processed in 3-6 months
• Switch to a different UK visa upon eligibility
• Get trained by top UK educators
   

What is the UK Child Student Visa?

The UK Child student visa is for international students between the ages of 4-17 looking to pursue their education in UK's independent schools. The independent or private school in the UK must be a student sponsor with approval from the Home Office. Students who are 18 years of age or above can apply for a UK Student visa to study in the country.

The Child student visa replaces the previous Tier 4 (Child) student visa. International students between the ages of 16-17 looking to pursue a study course at Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF)'s Level 3 or above can either apply as a student or a Child student at an independent school.
 

Benefits of the Child Student Visa UK

The Child student visa in the UK allows you to:

• Enroll in UK's independent schools
• Avail public services and healthcare
• Develop life skills
• Experience diverse cultures at an international level
• Work full-time during vacations and part-time for up to 10  hours a week (If you are 16 years old or older)
• Switch your visa category upon eligibility
   

Eligibility and Requirements for the Child Student Visa UK

The Child Student visa in the UK is only for students between the ages of 4-17. To apply for a UK child student visa, one must fulfill the below criteria:

• Must be genuine with an authentic confirmation at any one of the UK's independent schools
• The Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) is issued.
• The Child student visa application is submitted and sent within the given deadline.
• A written consent from a parent or guardian
• Must not have any record of violating the immigration rules
• Provide English language skills as per the requirement.
• Other qualifications
• Proof of sufficient funds
• Evidence that the child will exit the UK and return to their native country after the completion of their study course
   

Note: The requirements for a UK child student visa may vary depending on the independent school in the UK.
 

Documents Required for the Child Student Visa

You must have the following list of documents to apply for the Child Student Visa:

• A valid travel document or passport
• Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS)
• Written consent from a parent or guardian
• Medical certificate
• Academic transcripts that are suitable for the course you are taking up in the UK.
• Birth certificate (Proof of relationship with the parent or guardian)
• Consent letter from the financial sponsor (Proof of receiving 12 months' worth of sponsorship to cover living costs and course fees)
   

UK Child Student Visa Course Requirements

UK Child student visa applicants can study any one of the courses listed below:

• National Curriculum-aligned courses
• Recognised Qualification Framework (RQF)-aligned courses
• Courses that are equivalent to the academic status offered by Education Scotland (Scotland), Ofsted (England), the Education and Training Inspectorate (Northern Ireland), or Estyn (Wales)
• Courses that are aligned with the education inspection standards set by the independent schools
   

Financial Requirements to apply for UK Child Student Visa

UK Child student visa applicants must submit evidence of funds sufficient for one academic year.

The table below has details of the evidence of funds required for a Child student visa according to your living arrangements:

Living Arrangements in the UK	Funds required (Per month)
Living with a parent who is on a "Parent of a Child Student Visa"	£1,560 (Up to 9 months)
	£625 (For each additional child)
Close relative or foster care	£570  (Up to 9 months)
Living independently (16-17 years old)	£1,334 for up to 9 months (If you are studying in London)
	£1,023 for up to 9 months (If you are studying outside London)

 

Special Categories for the Child Student Visa UK

Students who fall under the special categories do not need to present proof of funds and will automatically be considered to fulfill the visa's financial requirements.

The special categories of applicants include:

• International students who have been residing in the UK with a valid leave status for a minimum of 12 months before applying for a Child student visa
• International students who are British nationals and belong to countries or territories with “differential evidence requirement.”
   

Steps to Apply for a UK Child Student Visa 

You can refer to the step-by-step process given below to apply for a Child Student Visa UK:

Step 1: Check if you are eligible for the visa

Step 2: Arrange the documents required for the Child student visa

Step 3: Fill out the online application form with information including educational qualifications, studies planned in the UK, as well as the background details

Step 4: Pay the Child student visa fee along with the Healthcare surcharge

Step 5: Arrange an interview at the nearest visa application center and complete the biometric submission

Step 6: Submit the visa application with the documents

Step 7: Wait until a visa decision is announced   
 

Processing Fee for a Child Student visa

The application fee for a Child student visa in the UK is around £490, along with the additional Healthcare surcharge fee.

Where you are applying from?	Application fees
Outside the UK	£490
Apply for a switch or visa extension from inside the UK	£490

 

Child Student visa Processing Time

The Child Student visa is usually processed within 3-8 weeks of submission. However, the time taken to process the UK child student visa may differ based on the overall application intakes and the correctness of the application.
 

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