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The UK Student visa: the CAS, the Immigration Health Surcharge, maintenance funds, work rights and the Graduate visa.

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Student Visa

The UK Student Visa Explained: CAS, IHS and Maintenance Funds

What the Student route asks of you: a CAS from a licensed sponsor, the visa fee, the Immigration Health Surcharge and money held for 28 consecutive da...

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Student Visa

The Immigration Health Surcharge: What It Is and What You Pay

The IHS is a fee you pay with your Student visa application that gives you access to the NHS. Here is how it is charged and what to check.

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Student Visa

What Is a CAS? The Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies Explained

No CAS, no Student visa. What it is, who issues it and what you need to do before it can be issued.

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After Your Degree: The UK Graduate Visa and the 2027 Change

The Graduate visa costs £937. It lasts two years (three for PhD) for applications up to 31 December 2026, then 18 months from 1 January 2027.

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