If you have been accepted on a higher or further education course in the UK, you will need to obtain a student visa in order to proceed. A student visa is an endorsement that is added to a government passport, which then allows international students to study at a country’s qualified educational institutions.
We can advise you on all aspects of your British student visa application from eligibility requirements to processes, costs and documentation. Our team of solicitors are experts in helping people acquire Student Visas and can support and help make this somewhat stressful process easy and straightforward.
Before you start the British Student Visa application, you need to ensure you have all of the required documents listed below:
If you are pursuing a degree level course and you are over the age of 18 then you would typically reside in the UK as a student for up to 5 years. If you are pursuing education below degree level then you would likely remain in the UK as a student for up to 2 years only. While this is standard, the time you are allowed to reside in the UK will vary depending on the nature of your course – this is something our expert lawyers can help you confirm.
You may also be eligible for a visa extension if you are a Tier 4 (General) Student. In order to apply for an extension you will also need to have been presented with an unconditional offer for a course with a licensed student sponsor. Furthermore, you must provide proof that you are looking to pursue further studies at a higher level than your current course.
The details of your case will depend on your specific circumstances which our team of solicitors can help you with.
Partner and Head of Immigration
Efrat is a partner and head of the Immigration department. She joined the firm in January 2022.
Senior Associate - Private and Corporate Immigration
Charlotte is an experienced UK immigration solicitor. She advises individuals, entrepreneurs and businesses across the full range of UK immigration routes and is known for her calm, supportive approach, making complex Home Office processes feel manageable for her clients.
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Lisa is a Paralegal in the immigration team at Branch Austin McCormick. She assists with a broad range of personal and business immigration matters, including Skilled Worker applications, family-based routes, and nationality matters.
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Ramatu Ibrahim, joined the firm in February 2024, and has started her training contract in the Immigration Department.
