UK Student Visa Document Checklist (2025)
Planning to study in the UK? To secure your UK student visa, you must prepare and submit the correct documents. Below is a complete UK visa document checklist for international students, simplified for easy understanding.
📌 Important Notes Before You Start
Always name your documents with the document type + GWF reference number.
Example: Passport GWF123456789You can upload documents online when submitting your visa application OR use the VFS scanning service (extra charge: INR 1716) at the time of your biometric appointment.
All documents must be original, untampered, and in English.
📝 Mandatory Documents (Must Carry to VFS Centre)
All original passports (Old + New)
Passport photocopies (first and last page)
Printed online visa application form
Printed visa document checklist (downloaded from portal)
Printed VFS appointment letter
📑 Supporting Documents (If Not Uploaded Online)
Depending on your profile and CAS (Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies), you may also need:
CAS letter printout (no need for conditional/unconditional offer letter)
University fee payment receipt (if not shown fully in CAS; TT copies not accepted)
Education loan sanction letter + branch manager’s visiting card
Bank balance certificate + bank statement (on official letterhead with name, logo, address, email, and contact number)
Fixed Deposit (FD) balance certificate + FD receipts (with bank details as above)
English proficiency test score (if mentioned in CAS)
Bachelor’s degree + all transcripts/marksheets (include backlog details if large study gap)
12th class passing certificate + marksheet
10th class certificate + marksheet (not compulsory for PG applicants)
Work experience letters, appointment letters, or salary statements (if applicable)
Under-18 consent letter from parents + birth certificate (if student is under 18)
Consent letter + birth certificate (if showing funds from parents’ bank account)
TB test certificate + chest X-ray report (from approved clinics) → Check approved clinics here
NHS (National Health Surcharge) payment confirmation email
ATAS certificate (only if mentioned in CAS)
💷 UK Student Visa Fees (2025)
Visa Fee: £524
Health Surcharge:
£776 per year
£1164 (for 16–18 months courses)
£1552 (for courses over 18 months but under 2 years)
£1940 (for 2+ years)
⚡ Fast-Track Visa Services
Priority Visa Service: +£500 (faster processing)
Super Priority Visa Service: +£1000 (same/next-day decision)
📌 Extra Tips for Students
Do NOT submit your parents’ ITRs unless specifically asked.
Some students may face an online UKVI visa interview after file submission.
At the VFS Centre, expect a few basic questions about your study plans.
🌍 Apply for UK Student Visa
You can apply online here: UK Student Visa Application
👉 At Kompass Education & Visa Consultancy, we guide you step by step—from university admission to visa filing—ensuring your UK study journey is smooth and stress-free.