Applying from inside the UK
Previous applications
If you have already applied for a visa extension you can submit another application but there is no guarantee that it will be successful.
Continuing students
Student visa holders who are in the UK now and will be continuing to study in the UK, and whose visas are going to expire soon should contact the Visa Advice and Compliance team by logging an enquiry on the Student Portal to discuss their options, including requesting a CAS and making a new Student visa application if you are eligible.
Financial requirements
Under normal circumstances, the most common reason for a visa refusal is not meeting the financial requirements. You are required to hold tuition fees and maintenance for a period of 28 consecutive days and must not fall below the required amount during these 28 days. The statement cannot be older than 31 days when you submit your visa application. The University will ask to see your documentation prior to issuing a CAS letter. Please take time to read the information contained in the ‘financial documents' section below.
Rules regarding those permitted to apply to extend their visa from inside the UK are very strict. If you have changed course, or had to repeat a semester/year, and now need to extend your visa (either to continue, or to begin a new course) you may be required to apply from outside of the UK. Please contact the Visa Advice and Compliance team via the Student Portal under FAQs, 'International Students in the UK' for further information.
Contact the Visa, Advice and Compliance team
Our Visa, Advice and Compliance team are available to answer your enquires through the Student Portal. You can also view frequently asked questions (FAQs) for many topics related to international students studying at our Scottish campuses.