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College and University Guidance Counselor Handbook
College and University Guidance Counselor Handbook
Visas
Global City, Global Opportunities
University of London
Founded in 1829 and ranked as
one of the best universities in the
world, King's has a long tradition
of welcoming students from North
America.
If you are an international student, you will need to apply for a visa to study in the UK. Like the USA, the UK has a fairly
strict policy on immigration and your student will need to go through a formal process in order to apply. It is important that
wherever in the UK your student studies, they always ensure that their visa is up to date and that they contact the UK Visas
and Immigration department to inform them of any changes. More information can be found at www.ukvisas.gov.uk
How to apply
Complete a ‘PBS Tier 4 student’ or visitor – student
application form www.visa4uk.fco.gov.uk
A passport – with a valid page free for the
visa
Pay the visa fee
Based in the heart of London,
King's connects students to
London and the world through
our programmes, partnerships,
research & internships.
A copy of the online application form
2 passport size, color photographs on a
white background
VAF 9 appendix 8 form (tier 4 student)
www.ukvisas.gov.uk/en/howtoapply/vafs
King's offers a wide-range of
programmes with particular
strengths in the areas of science,
medicine, healthcare, social
science, education, law and the
arts.
Schedule an appointment online for biometrics
collection at any DHS Application Support Center
Certificate of Acceptance for Studies (CAS)
number
Evidence of income, university, and travel/
stay plans
Attend the biometrics appointment
King’s North America Office
www.kcl.ac.uk
Required application documents
located in the Washington DC Metro
area provides support and guidance to
students, parents & schools.
Representatives regularly visit schools
and hold events across North America.
Email [email protected] to
join our counsellor newsletter mailing
list.
Visa poliicies can change at any time. Please visit the UKVISA website
www.ukvisa.com to check current rules and regulations.
Bring a copy of the online application form, original
passport and appointment confirmation
Allow 15 days for processing
Student that have lived outside the US may have other requirements
to meet and check the UKVISA website for more information.
For more information on student visas, please visit:
www.educationuk.org/usa/articles/student-visas
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