Student Immigration Service

Applying for a Student visa inside the UK

If you already have a UK visa, you may be able to apply for a Student visa from inside the UK. You can either apply for another Student visa (extend your visa), or switch to a Student visa from another valid type of immigration permission.

Can I apply from the UK?

If you want to apply for another Student visa (extend your visa) or switch to a Student visa, you will need to make sure you can do so from the UK.

When to apply for a Student visa from the UK

If you’re applying for a Student visa for a new programme, you can’t submit your application until 3 months before your programme starts.

How to apply for a Student visa from the UK

The process for applying for visa in the UK depends on whether you can use the UK Immigration: ID Check app. You can find this out by answering a few questions on the UKVI website.

What to do after submitting your visa application

While you are waiting to receive your new visa you should attend International Check-in, as this means you can temporarily matriculate and start your new programme.