What do I need to apply?
You need 40 points to be able to apply for a student visa and must provide the proof needed with your application form.
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Points
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What you gets points for
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Proof and documents needed
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30
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Doing a course (at an acceptable level) with an approved education provider (also known as sponsorship)
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Visa letter from your approved education provider, and the documents used to get the visa letter
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10
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Having enough money to cover your course fees and monthly living costs (also known as maintenance)
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Bank statement or letter confirming that you have enough money available to cover your course fees and monthly living costs for up to one year, at the time you submit your application
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If you apply before 1 October you will only need to show proof that you have the money needed, on the day that you apply. However, from 1 October 2009, you must be able to prove that the money you need to apply has been in your account for 28 days before you submit your application.
You must also arrange to have your photograph taken and give your fingerprints, which are known as biometric information.
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