Showing posts with label UK Student visa. Show all posts
Showing posts with label UK Student visa. Show all posts
Monday, 18 July 2011
Sunday, 10 July 2011
UK Tier 4 Student Visa Update-New Tier 4 Application Forms
There are new Tier 4 UK Student Visa Application Forms Available for all people looking to apply for a UK Student Visa in the coming days. weeks or months.
The UKBA will still accept TIER 4 UK STUDENT VISA APPLICATIONS on the previous application form up until and including 24 July 2011, however the rules for applying for a TIER 4 VISA must be up to date and include all the latest relevant supporting evidence.
As with all UK VISA APPLICATIONS lately it is vital to submit the necessary application form together with various supporting evidence. The supporting evidence should cover any areas of the Visa application that may need further clarification and I use a general rule that is to make each UK VISA Application package as thorough and as easy to understand as possible.
At least One copy of each type of document should always be made, in fact I suggest keeping all papers submitted on hard copy and on file electronically,just to be secure that in the event of any lost document at least you have the back up copy.
Depending on where you are located will greatly affect the way in which you submit any UK Visa application for example if you are applying for an initial or extension application.
For all forms and guidance notes you should double check to confirm that you are using the latest valid UK visa application form
Click here for an exciting opportunity
The UKBA will still accept TIER 4 UK STUDENT VISA APPLICATIONS on the previous application form up until and including 24 July 2011, however the rules for applying for a TIER 4 VISA must be up to date and include all the latest relevant supporting evidence.
As with all UK VISA APPLICATIONS lately it is vital to submit the necessary application form together with various supporting evidence. The supporting evidence should cover any areas of the Visa application that may need further clarification and I use a general rule that is to make each UK VISA Application package as thorough and as easy to understand as possible.
At least One copy of each type of document should always be made, in fact I suggest keeping all papers submitted on hard copy and on file electronically,just to be secure that in the event of any lost document at least you have the back up copy.
Depending on where you are located will greatly affect the way in which you submit any UK Visa application for example if you are applying for an initial or extension application.
For all forms and guidance notes you should double check to confirm that you are using the latest valid UK visa application form
Click here for an exciting opportunity
Wednesday, 30 March 2011
Thursday, 17 March 2011
Wednesday, 9 February 2011
UK University Fees Update 2011
The UK's Universities will be stopped from charging UK students the highest annual tuition fee of 9,000 GBP if they do not begin to accept more STUDENTS from poorer backgrounds according to Nick Clegg.
Any University looking to charge higher than 6,000 GBP annually are going to have to take part in a National Scholarship Program (NSP) for young STUDENTS from poorer backgrounds.
The program is intended to pay 1 year's fees for tuition of less fortunate STUDENTS and should be available for about 50,000 STUDENTS a year.
Any University looking to charge higher than 6,000 GBP annually are going to have to take part in a National Scholarship Program (NSP) for young STUDENTS from poorer backgrounds.
The program is intended to pay 1 year's fees for tuition of less fortunate STUDENTS and should be available for about 50,000 STUDENTS a year.
Thursday, 3 February 2011
Thursday, 13 January 2011
UK Tutor Scam Investigation Video
Jan 12.2011
A University Lecturer and Liberal Democrat Parliamentary candidate has been accused of defrauding students out of thousands of Pounds:
A University Lecturer and Liberal Democrat Parliamentary candidate has been accused of defrauding students out of thousands of Pounds:
Tuesday, 14 December 2010
Monday, 13 December 2010
UK Student Visitor For English Language Students
From the 10th January 2011 English Language Students who are to attend English Language Courses only in the UK will be able to apply for an extended student visitor for up to 11 Months.
The extended Student Visitor Visa will be only for applicants outside the UK and student wanting to study non-English language courses in the UK for longer than six months will still require a Tier 4 visa. Non-Visa Nationals who would under normal circumstances need a visa to study longer than six months NEED TO APPLY for the Extended Visa.
Other Visa Requirements and restrictions of the Extended Student Visitor will be the same as the Student Visitor already in place.
The Student Visitor does not allow:
Students to work in the UK
Take up employment in the UK
Bring any dependents in the UK
extend the visa or switch into another category
The fee for the new extended student visitor will be the same as the current fee for the Student Visitor.
The extended Student Visitor Visa will be only for applicants outside the UK and student wanting to study non-English language courses in the UK for longer than six months will still require a Tier 4 visa. Non-Visa Nationals who would under normal circumstances need a visa to study longer than six months NEED TO APPLY for the Extended Visa.
Other Visa Requirements and restrictions of the Extended Student Visitor will be the same as the Student Visitor already in place.
The Student Visitor does not allow:
Students to work in the UK
Take up employment in the UK
Bring any dependents in the UK
extend the visa or switch into another category
The fee for the new extended student visitor will be the same as the current fee for the Student Visitor.
Thursday, 9 December 2010
Monday, 6 December 2010
Tuition Fees For Poorest
Under the new scheme from the Govt which was unveiled recently, could see the poorest, disadvantaged youth receiving up to two years tuition fees paid for them.
This plan intends to increase the number of children from poorer families that will study at universities in the UK.
It has been estimated that about 18,000 students per year could benefit from the Govt's new plan saving them up to 18,000 GBP.
Any student that has been eligible for free school meals and is accepted to University for studies would have one year's tuition fees paid by the Govt.
The funding is intended to come from a 150 Million Pound National Scholarship Programme announced by Vince Cable.
This plan intends to increase the number of children from poorer families that will study at universities in the UK.
It has been estimated that about 18,000 students per year could benefit from the Govt's new plan saving them up to 18,000 GBP.
Any student that has been eligible for free school meals and is accepted to University for studies would have one year's tuition fees paid by the Govt.
The funding is intended to come from a 150 Million Pound National Scholarship Programme announced by Vince Cable.
Tuesday, 12 October 2010
Monday, 6 September 2010
UK Student Visa Crackdown
Damian Green, the UK's Immigration Minister, has announced that there will be a large change in the immigration system, specifically within the UK Student (Tier 4) system that will reduce tens of thousands from the number of foreign students intending to study in the United Kingdom.
It has also been reported that he intends to reduce the number of work permits and marriage visas issued to non-EU nationals by at least half. In a recent interview he has confirmed that in each category of visa there will be a reduction in the number of visas issued BUT the Student Visa route will be his main focus.
This comes as recent research demonstrates that less than half of the foreign students are currently undertaking degree level courses. These findings showed that the previous picture many had of the foreign student situation in the UK was incorrect. More than 90,000 of these students are attending smaller colleges offering GCSE"S or some type of vocational training.
Mr. Green further confirmed that a cap on the number of foreign students entering the UK is unlikely instead the general idea will be to make it harder for foreign students to be allowed in to the UK.
It has also been reported that he intends to reduce the number of work permits and marriage visas issued to non-EU nationals by at least half. In a recent interview he has confirmed that in each category of visa there will be a reduction in the number of visas issued BUT the Student Visa route will be his main focus.
This comes as recent research demonstrates that less than half of the foreign students are currently undertaking degree level courses. These findings showed that the previous picture many had of the foreign student situation in the UK was incorrect. More than 90,000 of these students are attending smaller colleges offering GCSE"S or some type of vocational training.
Mr. Green further confirmed that a cap on the number of foreign students entering the UK is unlikely instead the general idea will be to make it harder for foreign students to be allowed in to the UK.
Thursday, 12 August 2010
Tier 4 English language testing introduced today
12 Aug 2010 Today the compulsory English language testing comes in to affect for all Tier 4 students who are studying a course in the UK that is below degree level.
Any student applying to study in the UK for one of these type courses has to show that they have a sufficient level of English and only certain approved test providers will be able to administer the tests. The approved list of English language test providers can change so it is a good idea to keep checking the UKBA website for the most updated list.
Please also note that this requirement will not apply for English courses in the UK.
Any student applying to study in the UK for one of these type courses has to show that they have a sufficient level of English and only certain approved test providers will be able to administer the tests. The approved list of English language test providers can change so it is a good idea to keep checking the UKBA website for the most updated list.
Please also note that this requirement will not apply for English courses in the UK.
Saturday, 24 July 2010
Tier 4 UK Student Visa Changes
Once again the UKBA is making a series changes to the Tier 4 student visa.
The Level of English Language Study: from the 23rd of July 2010 the minimum level of English language course that will be allowed under Tier 4 will be LEVEL B2 of the Common European Framework of Referencee. The previous exceptions to this level which previously applied to government sponsored language students and those students studying a pre-sessional English Language course before studying a degree STILL REMAIN IN PLACE.
Students Applying to Change to a different education institute: From the 23rd July 2010 existing Tier 4 students who want to change to a Highly Trusted Sponsor will be able to begin their studies while they are waiting for the UK Border Agency to process their application to change sponsor.
Students that are applying to change to an A or B rated sponsor will NOT be allowed to start studying at the institution until they receive a positive answer from the UK Border Agency BUT the UKBA has put some procedures in place that should help avoid delays in students beginning there studies at A or B rated sponsors.
US Student Loans: Recent changes to the way the USA Govt processes Student Loans, From 1 July 2010, UK Institutions participating in the William D Ford Federal Direct Loan Program will be authorized to give Federal Direct Loans to students from the USA wishing to Study in the UK.
This change also affects applicants wishing to study under the Tier 4 route, and the UKBA has drafted a template letter for use under the Tier 4. All UK sponsors should use this letter when accepting prospective students with loans from the USA.
English Language Tests On the 12 August 2010 the requirement for sponsors to assess potential students' level of English will change.
If a Tier 4 student will be studyign a course that is below NQF level 6, using a Confirmation of Acceptance to Study issued on or after 12 August 2010, the Tier 4 Sponsor MUST ENSURE that the student has an acceptable level of English- Level B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference by showing:
:that they are from a Majority English Speaking Country listed below:
Antigua and Barbuda, Australia,the Bahamas, Barbados, Belize,Canada, Dominica,Grenada,Guyana, Jamaica, New Zealand,St Kitts and Nevis, St Lucia, St Vincent and the Grenadines, Trinidad and Tobago, the United States of America
OR that they have completed a course on Tier 4 (child) student which lasted at least 6 months and ended no more than two years before the date on the CAS
OR have passed an English language test with one of the approved English Language Test Providers and received a minimum level of B1 in all four areas (Reading, writing, speaking and listening). You can have a look at the list of approved Test providers by clicking HERE
The Level of English Language Study: from the 23rd of July 2010 the minimum level of English language course that will be allowed under Tier 4 will be LEVEL B2 of the Common European Framework of Referencee. The previous exceptions to this level which previously applied to government sponsored language students and those students studying a pre-sessional English Language course before studying a degree STILL REMAIN IN PLACE.
Students Applying to Change to a different education institute: From the 23rd July 2010 existing Tier 4 students who want to change to a Highly Trusted Sponsor will be able to begin their studies while they are waiting for the UK Border Agency to process their application to change sponsor.
Students that are applying to change to an A or B rated sponsor will NOT be allowed to start studying at the institution until they receive a positive answer from the UK Border Agency BUT the UKBA has put some procedures in place that should help avoid delays in students beginning there studies at A or B rated sponsors.
US Student Loans: Recent changes to the way the USA Govt processes Student Loans, From 1 July 2010, UK Institutions participating in the William D Ford Federal Direct Loan Program will be authorized to give Federal Direct Loans to students from the USA wishing to Study in the UK.
This change also affects applicants wishing to study under the Tier 4 route, and the UKBA has drafted a template letter for use under the Tier 4. All UK sponsors should use this letter when accepting prospective students with loans from the USA.
English Language Tests On the 12 August 2010 the requirement for sponsors to assess potential students' level of English will change.
If a Tier 4 student will be studyign a course that is below NQF level 6, using a Confirmation of Acceptance to Study issued on or after 12 August 2010, the Tier 4 Sponsor MUST ENSURE that the student has an acceptable level of English- Level B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference by showing:
:that they are from a Majority English Speaking Country listed below:
Antigua and Barbuda, Australia,the Bahamas, Barbados, Belize,Canada, Dominica,Grenada,Guyana, Jamaica, New Zealand,St Kitts and Nevis, St Lucia, St Vincent and the Grenadines, Trinidad and Tobago, the United States of America
OR that they have completed a course on Tier 4 (child) student which lasted at least 6 months and ended no more than two years before the date on the CAS
OR have passed an English language test with one of the approved English Language Test Providers and received a minimum level of B1 in all four areas (Reading, writing, speaking and listening). You can have a look at the list of approved Test providers by clicking HERE
Wednesday, 14 July 2010
Tier 4 Changes 13 July 2010 Further Explained
Arrangements For International Baccalaureate Students With Awards Issued On 5 July 2010
This week the UKBA announced some further changes to the Tier 4 Policy Guidance. The changes will affect any Tier 4 Student that has been accepted on a course of study in the UK on the basis of an International Bachelor award and has not yet been issued with a certificate.
In this case any Tier 4 Applicant should include a printout from the UCAS or International Baccalaureate Office online checking service that confirms their results. The Tier 4 Sponsor should also include confirmation that they have checked the Tier 4 Applicant's International Bachelor Award online in the CAS (Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies). If the Tier 4 sponsor does not confirm this information the UKBA will NOT approve the Tier 4 Application. Where a Tier 4 student has been offered a course place on the basis of their International Baccalaureate award and they have received their award certificate they should include this with their application.
All Tier 4 Students may apply using this allowance from 5 July 2010 until 29 October 2010.
Changes to the conditions placed on loan letters used as evidence of maintenance
The current Tier 4 Guidance states that For students applying from overseas, the loan funds must be available to the student before he/she travels to the United Kingdom... This has been replaced with before he/she travels to the United Kingdom, unless that loan will be an academic/student loan from his/her countries national government and the loan will be released to the student by his/her national government or via his/her Tier 4 sponsor on arrival in the UK.
This week the UKBA announced some further changes to the Tier 4 Policy Guidance. The changes will affect any Tier 4 Student that has been accepted on a course of study in the UK on the basis of an International Bachelor award and has not yet been issued with a certificate.
In this case any Tier 4 Applicant should include a printout from the UCAS or International Baccalaureate Office online checking service that confirms their results. The Tier 4 Sponsor should also include confirmation that they have checked the Tier 4 Applicant's International Bachelor Award online in the CAS (Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies). If the Tier 4 sponsor does not confirm this information the UKBA will NOT approve the Tier 4 Application. Where a Tier 4 student has been offered a course place on the basis of their International Baccalaureate award and they have received their award certificate they should include this with their application.
All Tier 4 Students may apply using this allowance from 5 July 2010 until 29 October 2010.
Changes to the conditions placed on loan letters used as evidence of maintenance
The current Tier 4 Guidance states that For students applying from overseas, the loan funds must be available to the student before he/she travels to the United Kingdom... This has been replaced with before he/she travels to the United Kingdom, unless that loan will be an academic/student loan from his/her countries national government and the loan will be released to the student by his/her national government or via his/her Tier 4 sponsor on arrival in the UK.
Tuesday, 13 July 2010
New Changes to Tier 4 Student Visa Policy
12 July 2010
The UKBA has published an addendum to their policy guidance for applicants applying to study in the United Kingdom on a Tier 4 Study Visa. The changes are for those students who are applying with a loan letter in support of their finances and those students with an international bachelor qualification awarded on the 5 July 2010.
Student Loan Changes will affect the date that the money (Maintenance as it is known) is available to the student.
International Bachelor Qualification changes will affect those students using the qualification as supporting evidence. The UKBA is aware that these students will not receive the official transcripts or certificate and therefore will not be able to apply for Courses starting in September of 2010.
As soon as I am able to get further confirmation from the UKBA I will be posting the relevant updates to the blog. If you have any questions or comments on Tier 4 or any any other UK Visa please feel free to send them and I will do my best to answer you
The UKBA has published an addendum to their policy guidance for applicants applying to study in the United Kingdom on a Tier 4 Study Visa. The changes are for those students who are applying with a loan letter in support of their finances and those students with an international bachelor qualification awarded on the 5 July 2010.
Student Loan Changes will affect the date that the money (Maintenance as it is known) is available to the student.
International Bachelor Qualification changes will affect those students using the qualification as supporting evidence. The UKBA is aware that these students will not receive the official transcripts or certificate and therefore will not be able to apply for Courses starting in September of 2010.
As soon as I am able to get further confirmation from the UKBA I will be posting the relevant updates to the blog. If you have any questions or comments on Tier 4 or any any other UK Visa please feel free to send them and I will do my best to answer you
Wednesday, 3 March 2010
Updated Changes to Tier 4 -Student Visa application
03.03 2010 Today new changes to the Tier 4 Visa applications were introduced, the new requirements are:
English language course levels have been raised to Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) to level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR)
Tier 4 (General) applicants studying a course below degree level and any course that is not a foundation degree will now be able to work only for 10 hours per week during term.
Tier 4 applicants applying for a course which is 6 months or less are no longer able to bring family members
Dependents (family members) of Tier 4 applicants studying a course lower than degree level will no longer be allowed to work on the basis of being a dependent
All applications under Tier 4 submitted before 3 March 2010 will be considered in line with the rules that were in place at that time of application
More changes are scheduled to come in April 2010 and it I highly suggest to anyone considering studying in the UK to consider using an agent or at the very least to do as much research into the Tier 4 rules and recent changes before submitting so as to avoid any refusals or unnecessary delays.
English language course levels have been raised to Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) to level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR)
Tier 4 (General) applicants studying a course below degree level and any course that is not a foundation degree will now be able to work only for 10 hours per week during term.
Tier 4 applicants applying for a course which is 6 months or less are no longer able to bring family members
Dependents (family members) of Tier 4 applicants studying a course lower than degree level will no longer be allowed to work on the basis of being a dependent
All applications under Tier 4 submitted before 3 March 2010 will be considered in line with the rules that were in place at that time of application
More changes are scheduled to come in April 2010 and it I highly suggest to anyone considering studying in the UK to consider using an agent or at the very least to do as much research into the Tier 4 rules and recent changes before submitting so as to avoid any refusals or unnecessary delays.
Monday, 25 January 2010
Education Providers have new responsibilities for migrants
25 Jan 2010 Phase 4 of the Tier 4 will come into affect next month changing the method of sponsoring students under the points-based system. From 22 February 2010 visa letters will no longer be used and Tier 4 Sponsors willm need to use the sponsorship management system to issue confirmations of acceptance of studies to all potential students inside the UK or applying from outside the UK.
For more information about Tier 4 changes check out the most updated Tier 4 sponsor guidance notes:
http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/sitecontent/documents/employersandsponsors/pbsguidance/guidancefrom31mar09/sponsor-app-guidance-t4.pdf?view=Binary
For more information about Tier 4 changes check out the most updated Tier 4 sponsor guidance notes:
http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/sitecontent/documents/employersandsponsors/pbsguidance/guidancefrom31mar09/sponsor-app-guidance-t4.pdf?view=Binary
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