Short-term study visa + tourist visa
I am an Australian coming to the UK in August for a tour of Europe, which begins in London. I will then be coming back at the beginning of September for a 6-month study abroad program at a UK university. I have been told that entering the UK more than a month before the beginning of my program would potentially be risky. I was wondering if I would run into any barriers with applying for a visa online?
- My period abroad would end up being less than 6 months: 5 months and 26 days
- I also have all necessary documentation.
I have also been advised that after entering on a tourist visa in August, getting a short-term study visa would be the best option. Does this carry any risks?
Would there be any issues with entering as a tourist, given that I would have the approved study visa for the next month? I'm more concerned that they would think that I was trying to stay for longer.
Best Answer
It makes sense that you'd arrive in the UK to begin your time abroad, start with a trip throughout Europe, and enter a non-visa national. On your return, however, you may want to request entry at the UK border as a Short-Term Student.
With the documentation from the accredited university to which you have been accepted, you don't have to apply for a visa in advance of travelling, but request the correct immigration permission at the border. You would still get leave to enter but, as study is your main purpose, you so inform the Border Force Officer and your passport is stamped accordingly.
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Can I have a tourist visa and a student visa?
Yes, a B2 tourist visa can be changed to an F1 visa.What is a short-term student visa?
Short-term study visa: 6 - 11 months. The short-term visa is for anyone over 16 years old who wants to study English in the UK for between six and 11 months. This includes students from EU and EEA countries. All international students need to choose an accredited course provider before making a visa application.How long can you study on a visitor visa?
Studying a short course (six months or less) with no work or internship, Taking a one semester Study Abroad programme which is less than six months and does not include an internship or work placement and will form part of your overseas course.What is short-term visa?
The short-stay visa is a Schengen visa. It allows you to stay in the Schengen area for a maximum of 90 days within a 180-day period. Your visa will be valid for a specific period. This period may be shorter than 90 days. You can travel freely between the 26 Schengen countries while your visa is valid.BRITISH SHORT-TERM STUDY VISA | Everything You NEED To Know
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