Students with other types of visa
Find out the process for International Check-in if you have another type of visa, for example Hong Kong BN(O) or Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR), or if you are bringing dependants.
How you complete International Check-in will depend on:
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if you have a Biometric Residence Permit (BRP)
or
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if you have digital immigration permission
Steps for International Check-in if you have a BRP
You should take a clear, colour photo (or a scan) of the personal details page of your passport.
To upload your passport:
- Log in to MyEd.
- Select Accounts>Progression>My Student Record.
- Click the Immigration tab.
- Click ‘Add a new passport’ or ‘Edit information’ for a passport that has already been uploaded.
You must make sure that all fields are completed in the passport section.
After uploading your documents, you will need to book an appointment for International Check-in. You will need to bring your passport and immigration documents, such as your BRP.
Book and attend an appointment for International Check-in (secured)
Steps for International Check-in if you have digital immigration permission
You should take a clear, colour photo (or a scan) of the personal details page of your passport.
To upload your passport:
- Log in to MyEd.
- Select Accounts>Progression>My Student Record.
- Click the Immigration tab.
- Click ‘Add a new passport’ or ‘Edit information’ for a passport that has already been uploaded.
You must make sure that all fields are completed in the passport section.
You should email this share code to us (visamaintenance@ed.ac.uk) so we can record your immigration status.
You should follow the same process as students who hold status under the EU Settlement Scheme (even if you hold permission in a different category) but select the immigration category which applies to you.
After uploading your documents, you will need to book an appointment for International Check-in. You will need to bring your passport. You will need to bring your passport, as well as evidence of your entry into the UK (for example, a boarding pass).
Book and attend an appointment for International Check-in (secured)
What to do if you’re bringing dependants
If you are in the UK with dependants and you have chosen to collect their BRPs from the University, you will need to attend International Check-in with all your dependants. Everyone will need to bring their passport to this appointment, including young children.
You must complete the form provided to arrange the collection of your dependants’ BRPs. You should contact us using the form below and we will confirm to you if we have received the BRPs before you make an appointment.
Please note that BRPs for groups of people do not always arrive at the same time.
Dependant BRP collection request form
What to do if you hold a Graduate visa
You can only study with a Graduate visa if your programme of study cannot be sponsored for a student visa.
If you hold a Graduate visa and were planning to join a programme of study that is eligible for a student visa, please contact us immediately.
Contact us through our enquiry form