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The visa and immigration system in the UK is organised into different visa routes. The visa route you will need to enter the UK depends on how long you will be studying abroad at UEA. If you are coming to UEA for a single semester only, you will likely only need Standard Visitor permission. If you study abroad at UEA for a whole academic year, or more, then you will need to apply to the Student route instead. A summary of the two routes is shown here. Further information can be found under the various dropdowns below this.
If, after reading through all our information, you have any questions or need further advice, please contact Student Life International
Standard Visitor Route | Student Route |
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Suitable for single semester students only. | Whole-year students must apply to this route. Single semester students may apply if they want the right to work in the UK. |
Valid for 6 months from date of entry to UK. | Valid between specified start and end dates, given when visa is issued. |
Applicants do not pay Immigration Health Surcharge – they require private health insurance. | All applicants for courses over 6 months pay Immigration Health Surcharge that allows free access to the NHS. |
No CAS statement required. | CAS statement from UEA required to apply. |
Work in the UK is not permitted. Volunteering only allowed if it’s for a registered charity for no more than 30 days. | Visa holders are permitted to work whilst in the UK, subject to restrictions. |
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