Shabana Bukhari 
In today’s blog, readers will be guided through the steps to extending your UK Student Visa extension in Reading. Requirements, application process, and important deadlines are all outlined here.
What is a UK Student Visa extension?
A UK Student Visa Extension is an application which is made overseas students to UK universities which allows a longer stay in the UK for educational purposes (continuing a current course or starting a new course).
Requirements
The eligibility requirements for a UK Student Visa extension includes being:
- Currently in the UK on EITHER a Tier 4 visa or a Student visa.
- In possession of an unconditional offer on a course with a licensed student sponsor.
- Able to prove the ‘academic progress requirement’ which covers being able to prove that the next course you wish to undertake is at a higher academic level than the current course.
Application Process
- Ensure that you meet the eligibility requirements for a UK Student Visa extension laid out above.
- Make your application online and this can be three months before your course starts. Note it must be within six months of receiving your CAS (Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies).
Please use the UK Home Office official website for your online application: GOV.UK – The best place to find government services and information (homeoffice.gov.uk).
- Pay the application fee of £490 and the healthcare surcharge. Please note that biometric information is included in your fee.
- Wait to receive confirmation on your application which is estimated to take around eight weeks. If your application is successful, then you will either receive a BRP (Biometric Residence Permit) or your digital immigration status viewable on the ‘UK Immigration: ID Check’ app.
Important Deadlines
As stated above, you may apply for your UK Student Visa extension in Reading three months before your course starts. Note that your application must be prior to the expiry of your current visa and the new course must commence within 28 days of your current visa expiry. Finally, your application must be within six months of receiving your CAS (Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies).
FAQs about UK Student Visa extension in Reading
What is a UK Student Visa extension?
A UK Student Visa extension in Reading is an application which is made overseas students to UK universities which allows a longer stay in the UK for educational purposes (continuing a current course or starting a new course).
Can my partner or child(ren) apply at the same time as me to extend their visa?
Yes, your partner or child(ren) may apply at the same time as you for an extension to their visa. Please also note that they can apply any time before the visa that they are currently on expires.
What visa can I be or switch to once I complete my educational course in the UK?
Once you complete your educational course in the UK you can switch to a Graduate visa which will enable you to remain the UK for a minimum of two years.
What are some important deadlines for UK Student visa extensions?
Some important deadlines for UK Student Visa extension in Reading include applying within three months before your course starts. Note that your application must be prior to the expiry of your current visa and the new course must commence within 28 days of your current visa expiry. Finally, your application must be within six months of receiving your CAS (Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies).
What are the eligibility requirements for a UK Student Visa extension?
The eligibility requirements for a UK Student Visa extension in Reading include being currently in the UK on EITHER a Tier 4 visa or a Student visa; in possession of an unconditional offer on a course with a licensed student sponsor; and able to prove the ‘academic progress requirement’.
What is the ‘academic progress requirement’?
The ‘academic progress requirement’ includes being able to prove that the next course you wish to undertake is at a higher academic level than the current course.
What is the fee for making an application for a UK Student visa extension?
The fee for making an application for a UK Student visa extension is £490. However, this does not include the healthcare surcharge.
How long will it take to receive an update on my application?
The Home Office estimates that it will take around eight weeks to receive an update on your application.
Summary about UK Student Visa extension in Reading
In this blog, readers have been provided with a guide on the steps to take for a UK Student Visa extension in Reading. Requirements, the application process, and important deadlines have all been outlined above.
Please contact our expert team at Henleaze Law which has a wealth of experience in UK Student Visa extension in Reading, on 0117 908 4625 or via email
