Tier 4 united kingdom visa

Tier 4 (Child) student visa

    Overview
    Eligibility
    Documents you must provide
    Apply
    Extend your visa
    Switch to this visa

1. Overview

You can apply for the Tier 4 (Child) student visa if you’re aged between 4 and 17 and you want to study in the UK.

You should also:

•     have a place on a course
•     have the consent of your parent or guardian
•     have enough money to cover your course fees and living costs
•     be from a country that’s not in the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland
•     meet the eligibility requirements

How long it will take

• You can apply for a visa up to 3 months before your date of travel to the UK.
• You should get a decision on your visa within 3 weeks.

Check the guide processing times to find out how long getting a visa might take in your country.
Fees

How much you pay depends on how you’re applying.
Apply (outside the UK)     Extend or switch by post in the UK     Extend or switch in person in the UK (premium service)
£310     £422     £822
How long you can stay

Your age and the length of your course of study will affect how long you can stay.
Age when you apply     How long you can stay

• Under 16     Course length (up to 6 years) plus 4 months afterwards
• 16 or 17     Course length (up to 3 years) plus 4 months afterwards

You can arrive in the UK:

•     up to 1 week before your course starts if your course lasts 6 months or less
•     up to 1 month before your course starts if your course lasts more than 6 months

What you can and can’t do

You can:

•     study at an independent fee-paying school (if you’re aged between 4 and 15)
•     study at a publicly-funded further education college (if you’re 16 or 17 and you’re a fee-paying student)
•     apply from inside or outside the UK
•     apply to extend your stay

You can also work, if you’re 16 or over:

•     part-time during term for up to 10 hours per week
•     full-time during vacations
•     on a work placement as part of your course, (but not for more than 50% of your course time)
•     as a student union sabbatical officer for up to 2 years

You can’t:

•     study at a publicly-funded school
•     get public funds
•     take a full-time permanent job or be self-employed
•     work as a doctor or dentist in training
•     work as a professional sportsperson (eg a sports coach) or entertainer
•     settle in the UK on this visa
•     bring in family members (‘dependants’) - if your parents want to accompany you, they’ll need to apply for a Parent of a Child At School visa

Read the full guidance on the Tier 4 (Child) student visa.

2. Eligibility

You must have:

    an unconditional offer of a place on a course with a qualified education provider
    enough money to support yourself and pay for your course - this will vary depending on your circumstances

You should read the guidance for the full list of documents and how much money you’ll need according to your situation.
Your course

You can do a course that’s taught in line with:

•     the National Curriculum
•     the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF)
•     independent school education inspection standards

You can do pre-sessional study, ie a short course to prepare you for your main course.

You can also do a course that’s accepted as being at the same academic level as the:

•     Office for Standards in Education (Ofsted)
•     HM Inspectorate of Education (in Scotland)
•     Estyn (in Wales)
•     Education and Training Inspectorate (in Northern Ireland)
•     Independent Schools Inspectorate

Confirmation of acceptance of studies

• Your education provider will send you a reference number called a confirmation of acceptance for studies (CAS) once they’ve offered you a place on a course. You’ll need to enter this on your application.
• Your CAS can cover both the pre-sessional course and your main course of study.
• You must apply for your visa no later than 6 months after you’re sent the CAS.

 3. Documents you must provide

When you apply you’ll need to provide:

•     a current passport or other valid travel documentation
•     2 passport size colour photographs for yourself and for each parent or guardian applying with you, with names written on the reverse side
•     proof that you can support yourself and pay for your course - this will vary depending on your circumstances
•     proof of parental or other legal guardian consent
•     your tuberculosis (TB) test results if you’re from a country where you have to take the test

You’ll need to have a blank page in your passport on which to put the visa.

Read the full guidance for the full list of documents and how much money you’ll need according to your situation.

Manitoba canada visa

Manitoba Provincial Nomination Program allows skilled immigrants and their families to come to Manitoba to work and settle there.

Manitoba PNP program applications are accepted from educated and experienced skilled workers with English communication skills and have ability and adaptability to settle in Manitoba as a Permanent Resident along with the family on the same status.

Applicants nominated for Manitoba can apply for Canadian Permanent Resident Visa for themselves and their family.

Eligibility Required for the Manitoba Provincial Nomination Program

Applicants who are currently working in Manitoba or who intend to migrate to Manitoba are eligible for Manitoba PNP.

Currently working in Manitoba:

Applications are accepted from temporary foreign workers and international student graduates who have been working in the province full-time for at least 6 months.

Skilled workers overseas:

Applications from foreign skilled workers are decided on various factors, including employability and adaptability. This is a points based immigration system which awards points to factors like age, English proficiency, work experience, education and Connection to Manitoba*.

*Connection to Manitoba: Applicant’s connection to the Manitoba community through family or friends, or past education or employment experience, or an invitation to apply from the MPNP.

Documents Required

• Valid Passport
• Educational documents
• Work experience related documents
• Proof of language proficiency
• Birth certificates, marriage certificates, etc
• Health certificates

Features of Manitoba Provincial Nomination Program

Manitoba PNP enables applicant to

• Settle in Manitoba with permanent residency
• Access to government-subsidized health care benefits, free education and other social benefits
• Successful applicants can work, study or invest in a business in Manitoba, Canada

Spouse and Dependent Immigration

Manitoba PNP encourages family immigration. Eligible accompanying dependents are:

1.Applicant’s spouse (husband or wife by legal marriage or at least one year of common-law partnership)
2.Children under age 18 of whom you have legal custody and who are either your biological or adopted children or those of your spouse

3.Adult children between the ages of 18 and 25 are considered only if:

• They are not married or in a common-law relationship
• They are not financially independent due to a physical or mental condition
• They are pursuing full-time academic, professional or vocational training

Note: Aged children who do not meet the above criteria but want to move with applicant have to submit their own application, at the same time as you, and indicate they are connected to the main applicant.

Proven International Services

Proven International offers advice and guidance for best possible documentation. We assist and guide you at each step till you get your visa.

• Expert advice on complete process stage wise
• Visa documentation*
• Provide you the document checklist stage-wise and assisting you with the requisites and the alternatives upon receiving the signed service agreement copy
• Provide documents samples and assist you with inputs wherever necessary
• Corresponding with the department, on your behalf, if required
• Post landing, traveling and settling assistance

*Documentation service differs from country to country. Please refer your Service Agreement for further details.

Why Manitoba

Manitoba is one the most prosperous provinces of Canada which invites skilled professionals from all parts of the world. Province is enriched both economically and culturally by generations of people from around the world.

Beside the economic and cultural factors, Manitoba is famous for it’s natural beauty, clean environment, relaxed lifestyle and friendliness of it’s cities and towns.

US Citizenship

To apply for naturalization, you will need to file Form N-400, Application for Naturalization. Be sure that you meet all eligibility requirements before you apply. Certain exceptions and modifications are available to those who qualify. Below you will find a general description of the application process. Items such as a naturalization eligibility worksheet and document checklist are available to help you prepare.

General Steps in the Process

    Read A Guide to Naturalization for information on the naturalization process.

    Determine if you are eligible to apply for citizenship. Review the naturalization eligibility worksheet to help you decide if you are eligible to apply for naturalization.

• Download Form N-400, Application for Naturalization.
• Complete your application.
• Have two passport-style photographs taken.

    Collect the necessary documents. Review the document checklist to assist you as you collect your documents.

• Send your application package and filing fee to the appropriate Lockbox Facility or Service Center.
• Receive an appointment letter for biometric services from USCIS.
• Visit a USCIS fingerprinting location and have fingerprints taken.
• Receive an appointment for an interview with a USCIS Officer.
• Go to your local USCIS office at the specified time.

    Bring state-issued identification, Permanent Resident Card, and any additional documents specific to your case.

• Answer questions about your application and background.
• Take the English and civics tests.
• Await a decision on your case.