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After placing an enquiry, I received a call 20 minutes later, and then 2 hours later, I had a solicitor assigned to me. They were absolutely incredible right from the word go - amazing and very prompt with replies, answering all my questions and keeping the process moving. We finally completed today and I am so unbelievably happy. I wouldn’t hesitate to use Lawhive again in the future if needed.
Lily
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I initially made an online enquiry about a tricky conveyancing matter and received an immediate call back. They understood straight away what was needed and gave me a quote that was very reasonable. It was such a pleasure to find someone who was cheerful, professional and completely reassuring as I’d been getting quite anxious about the sale of my house. The service Lawhive has provided is absolutely first class and I cannot recommend them enough.
Charles
Empathetic, professional and efficient
I am an executor, selling my mother's home. I found the assistance I received from Lawhive first rate - empathetic, professional and efficient.
Mark
Great service from Lawhive
We used Lawhive for our conveyancing needs and our solicitor was very helpful, patient and informative. She helped us with our needs with prompt responses and provided a very efficient service.
Kelvin
Great service when you need clarity and calm
Our solicitor was warm, friendly and provided crystal clear communication. A lot of conveyancers assume customers know everything about the process already, so it was really appreciated to hear each stage included in the price given.
Em
Quick and efficient
We used Lawhive for a transfer of property and conveyancing. Our solicitor was so helpful and thorough with the whole process. He responded quickly and efficiently to any questions or requests that we had and explained some of the more complicated issues regarding the process clearly.
Geri
Fantastic service and experience with Lawhive
I had the pleasure of working with Lawhive doing a transfer of equity on a property. Our solicitor’s service was amazing, she responded quickly to any questions or concerns and kept me updated throughout the process. I can strongly recommend her for any conveyancing work that you may need. Fantastic service all round.
Jane
Amazing experience
After placing an enquiry, I received a call 20 minutes later, and then 2 hours later, I had a solicitor assigned to me. They were absolutely incredible right from the word go - amazing and very prompt with replies, answering all my questions and keeping the process moving. We finally completed today and I am so unbelievably happy. I wouldn’t hesitate to use Lawhive again in the future if needed.
Lily
First class service
I initially made an online enquiry about a tricky conveyancing matter and received an immediate call back. They understood straight away what was needed and gave me a quote that was very reasonable. It was such a pleasure to find someone who was cheerful, professional and completely reassuring as I’d been getting quite anxious about the sale of my house. The service Lawhive has provided is absolutely first class and I cannot recommend them enough.
Charles
Empathetic, professional and efficient
I am an executor, selling my mother's home. I found the assistance I received from Lawhive first rate - empathetic, professional and efficient.
Mark
Great service from Lawhive
We used Lawhive for our conveyancing needs and our solicitor was very helpful, patient and informative. She helped us with our needs with prompt responses and provided a very efficient service.
Kelvin
Great service when you need clarity and calm
Our solicitor was warm, friendly and provided crystal clear communication. A lot of conveyancers assume customers know everything about the process already, so it was really appreciated to hear each stage included in the price given.
Em
Quick and efficient
We used Lawhive for a transfer of property and conveyancing. Our solicitor was so helpful and thorough with the whole process. He responded quickly and efficiently to any questions or requests that we had and explained some of the more complicated issues regarding the process clearly.
Geri
Fantastic service and experience with Lawhive
I had the pleasure of working with Lawhive doing a transfer of equity on a property. Our solicitor’s service was amazing, she responded quickly to any questions or concerns and kept me updated throughout the process. I can strongly recommend her for any conveyancing work that you may need. Fantastic service all round.
Jane
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01 overview
If you dream of studying in the UK at one of the most prestigious universities in the world, you’ll need a student visa.
Applying for a student visa isn’t overly complicated when you’re well-prepared.
At Lawhive, our network of expert immigration solicitors can help you maximise your chances of securing a student visa so you can enjoy living and studying in the UK.
Get in touch today for a free case evaluation.
A student visa is a points-based visa that allows someone to live, study, and work in the UK. Student visas can only be issued for certain courses.
The courses must meet certain requirements such as a minimum level of qualifications to be eligible.
A student visa allows you to study in the UK for the duration of your course.
If you are over 16 and want to study at a higher education level in the UK for more than 6 months, you need a student visa.
To be eligible for a student visa you must have been offered a place by a licenced student sponsor.
You also must be able to pay for your course and support yourself financially. The required amount will vary depending on the type of course you study.
You’ll need to be proficient in English.
16- and 17-year-olds also need parental consent for a student visa. You have to provide evidence of this when you apply.
You can apply for a student visa when you have been granted a place on a course of higher education in the UK by a licenced student sponsor.
The earliest you can apply is 6 months before your programme begins.
A student visa or Tier 4 visa, as it is also known, will allow you to stay in the UK for the length of your course.
Aside from this, there is a maximum time limit of 5 years you can stay in the UK studying a degree-level course on a student visa.
If you’re studying a course below degree level, you’ll usually only be allowed to stay 2 years.
You may be able to extend your student visa under certain circumstances, if you:
You may be able to switch to a student visa if you’re already in the UK on another visa.
To switch to a student visa you must:
However, you can’t switch to a student visa if you have:
If you are settled or have pre-settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme, you don’t need to apply for a visa to work in the UK.
When you have a student visa, the date that you can travel to the UK will be determined by the length of your course and its start date referenced on your confirmation of acceptance for studies.
You must wait for your Entry Clearance Visa to become valid first, or your e-visa if you have been granted one.
A student visa costs £490 per applicant.
The cost for a licensed solicitor to help with a Student Visa depends on the specific requirements of your case. On average it is expected to range from £675-£900 but in some cases, it could cost as much as £1,069.
If you need a solicitor to help with your student visa application, contact us today for a free no-obligation quote based on your circumstances.
Yes, you may be able to bring your partner and dependents to the UK or extend their stay so they can remain in the UK longer.
To be eligible you must be:
You must provide evidence of your relationship when you apply, such as:
On a student visa, you can live, work (as a student union or sabbatical officer), and study in the UK.
Whether you can work depends on how much you’re studying and whether you are working in or out of term time.
There are a range of things you cannot do:
You must prove that you have the finances to support yourself when applying for a student visa. You can do this by providing copies of bank statements and loan agreements.
If you have been living in the UK for 12 months before applying for a student visa you’re exempt from this financial requirement. Other exemptions include student sabbatical officers in training as a doctor or dentist.
To be eligible for a student visa in the UK you must demonstrate that you can speak, write, and read English to a minimum standard on the CEFR scale.
The standard you need to reach differs between courses and academic levels:
For degree level or above, you must meet the equivalent to CEFR level B2.
For qualifications below degree level, you must achieve the Equivalent to CEFR level B1.
For a UK student visa, you’ll usually require the following supporting documents:
Documents in any other language than English or Welsh must be translated by an accredited translator. Both the original and translated documents will need to be submitted as evidence.
To apply for a UK student visa, you must first be accepted onto a course at a UK educational institution. You must then apply for a Tier 4 visa, which allows you to study in the UK.
How long it takes to get a student visa depends on the type of visa you are applying for. For example, a Tier 4 student visa can take up to 6 weeks.
You can also apply to have your decision fast-tracked using the priority or super-priority service.
If you need help with a student visa application, Lawhive aims to have the best solicitor for your matter assigned to your case within 24 hours. Contact us today for a free, no-obligation quote for our services.
Lawhive has one of the fastest-growing networks of immigration solicitors in the UK, ready to help you make an application for a student visa.
As soon as we’ve received details of your case, we will assign a specialist solicitor with relevant experience to help with your application.
To get started, contact us today.
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