Students Visas for UK[b][b]The British visa system is fast, fair, and efficient [b]We welcome as many genuine applicants as possible - we have no quotas [b]We want to help people get their application right [b]Changes to the Student Visa Process[b][b]From 6 May 2004 all individual Student applications should be presented Monday-Thursday from 9am - 11am [b]Applications will be considered only on the documents you have submitted [b]At 3pm the same day you will be advised whether your application has been successful, unsuccessful or (exceptionally) whether you require an interview [b]What you need to provide[b][b]Application form (VAF1) [b]3 recent, clear passport sized photos on a light background (not scanned) [b]The correct fee (575RMB) [b]The offer letter from your institution in the UK [b]Evidence of your current qualifications (incl. English where specified)/work experience [b]Evidence of your funding [b]Considerations[b][b]Are you suitably qualified for the course? [b]Can you meet any conditions in your offer? [b]How well have you prepared for your studies in UK? [b]Why have you chosen UK for study abroad? [b]Can you afford to study and live in UK? [b]Some ways to prove finances[b][b]Good quality employment letters [b]Hukou [b]Deposit slips with interest slips, salary slips and bank books [b]Property Ownership Certificates [b]Car Ownership papers [b]Stocks and Shares certificates [b]Parents’ passports [b]Do![b][b]Include as much relevant information as possible [b]Provide Original Documents [b]Apply at least 8 weeks before you intend to travel [b]Don’ts[b][b]Submit papers that have no relevance to your application [b]Panic if you are asked to interview [b]Take short cuts [b]Assume that the visa officer will automatically know your intentions and plans - you need to explain them to us [b]SUBMIT ANY DOCUMENT YOU ARE UNSURE OF: FORGERY = REJECTION[b][b]