Study in the UK

Child Student visa

You must:
• have an unconditional offer of a place on a course at an independent school
• be able to show you’ll have access to enough money to support you in the UK and pay for your course
• have the consent of your parent or legal guardian to study and live in the UK – you’ll need to prove this when you apply

Marriage Visitor visa

You must apply for a Marriage Visitor visa if:
• you want to get married or register a civil partnership in the UK
• you want to give notice of a marriage or civil partnership in UK
• you’re not planning to stay or settle in the UK after your marriage or civil partnership
• you meet the other eligibility requirements

Student visa

You can apply for a Student visa to study in the UK if you’re 16 or over and you:
• have been offered a place on a course by a licensed student sponsor
• have enough money to support yourself and pay for your course – the amount will vary depending on your circumstances
• can speak, read, write and understand English
• have consent from your parents if you’re 16 or 17 – you’ll need evidence of this when you apply

Study English in the UK (Short-term study visa)

You may be eligible for a Short-term study visa if you’re taking an English language course in the UK.
To apply, your course must last longer than 6 months but not more than 11 months.