France Applicants: UK UK Student Visa (Higher Education) Guide
Complete step-by-step 2026 checklist, fees in Euro (€), approved France TB clinics, Ecctis rules, and TLScontact / UK Immigration: ID Check App biometric process.
Education & Study
What France Applicants Must Prepare
No pre-departure TB certificate is required for applicants residing in France.
French citizens must provide an approved SELT test certificate (e.g. IELTS for UKVI, Pearson PTE) or a degree taught in English certified by Ecctis.
Ensure funds in Euro (€) remain strictly above the required GBP equivalent every single day for 28 consecutive days based on official OANDA exchange rates.
Book appointment with TLScontact / UK Immigration: ID Check App at UK Immigration: ID Check App (Biometric chip passport scan without in-person appointment).
Official Eligibility Criteria for UK Student Visa (Higher Education)
Mandatory Supporting Documents
Core Academic & Sponsor Documents
- Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) reference statement
- Academic transcripts and degree certificates specified on the CAS
- ATAS certificate (for designated postgraduate STEM research courses)
Financial Evidence
- 28-day continuous bank statement for remaining tuition fees + 9 months living costs
- Official university tuition fee receipt confirming deposit deduction on CAS
- If using parent funds: Certified birth certificate + Parent consent affidavit + Parent bank statements
Identity & Health
- Current valid passport with blank pages
- Tuberculosis (TB) test certificate from approved IOM clinic (if applicable)
Official Statutory References & Guidance
All requirements, salary floors, maintenance rates, and eligibility criteria on this page are cross-checked against official UK Government legislation, Immigration Rules, and regulatory guidance:
- GOV.UK — Skilled Worker Visa Guidance & Overview
Official UK government specifications for employer sponsorship, minimum salary thresholds, and eligibility.
- GOV.UK — Tuberculosis (TB) Screening for UK Visas
List of countries requiring pre-departure chest X-ray screening and approved clinic locations.
- GOV.UK — Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) Calculation
Official annual NHS surcharge fee schedule (£1,035/year adult standard, £776/year discounted rate).
Frequently Asked Questions
Clear, authoritative answers to common immigration, visa, and relocation questions.
Applicants from France require: (1) Valid international passport, (2) TB test (if residing in a listed zone), (3) English language evidence (SELT or Ecctis certified degree), (4) 28-day continuous financial bank statements, and (5) Specific route documents (such as a valid CAS, Certificate of Sponsorship CoS, or marriage certificate).
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Applying for a UK UK Student Visa (Higher Education) from France?
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