Overview
You can apply for a Short-term study visa to study English language in the UK.
This visa is for English language courses lasting longer than 6 months and up to 11 months.
If your course is different to this, check which visa you need.
How long you can stay
You can stay in the UK for the length of your course plus an extra 30 days as long as your stay is no longer than 11 months.
Fees and costs
It costs £200 for a Short-term study visa.
Healthcare surcharge
You’ll also have to pay the healthcare surcharge as part of your online application. It usually costs £776.
This is so you can use the National Health Service (NHS) in the UK.
Check how much you’ll need to pay before you apply.
What you cannot do
You cannot:
- study on any other course or change your course while in the UK
- study at a state-funded school
- work or carry out any business (this includes paid or unpaid work, work experience or work placements)
- extend this visa
- bring family members (‘dependants’) with you on this visa
- apply for most benefits (public funds) or the State Pension
Who can apply
You must be 16 or older to apply.
You must prove that:
- you’ve been accepted onto an English language course that lasts longer than 6 months and up to 11 months and includes no other subjects
- your course is with an accredited institution
- you have enough money to support yourself without working or help from public funds, or that relatives and friends can support and house you
- you can pay for your return or onward journey
If you’re under 18 you must also:
- have made arrangements for your travel and stay in the UK
- have the consent of your parent or guardian to study in the
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