The Tier 4 (Student) visa
- The Points-Based System affects you if you are entering the UK in a long-stay category such as Tier 4 (Student).
- It does not affect you if you are entering on a short-stay visa, such as a student visitor or a prospective student.
- If you are coming to the UK as a student you will need a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) number from your chosen university and you will have to present the CAS with your student visa application.
- For advice on how to apply for your visa, please visit the International Students Advisory Service (ISAS) page on visas and immigration
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The Student Visitor visa
- If you are coming to study at the University of Birmingham for a period of less than six months, please consider applying for a Student Visitor visa.
- You are not allowed to do any work or work placements as a student visitor and student visitor visas cannot be extended or changed in the UK.
- For further information, please visit International Students Advisory Service (ISAS)
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The Prospective Student visa
- If you would like to enter the UK to visit the institutions that you are thinking of studying at, please apply for entry on a Prospective Student visa.
- For further information, please visit International Students Advisory Service (ISAS)
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Do I need a visa?
