Student visa requirements and documents
You will need to meet certain requirements to study in the UK and show evidence you meet these. What you need to show depends on a variety of factors, including your nationality, where you live, what you study and where you make your application.
Applying outside the UK: document checklist
You will need a valid passport and Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) number to apply for a visa from outside the UK. You may also need to submit additional documents depending on your circumstances.
Applying inside the UK: document checklist
You will need a valid passport and Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) number to apply for a visa from inside the UK. You may also need to submit additional documents depending on your circumstances.