London Business College |

Before you can apply for a general student visa you must have already been accepted to study a full-time course at a licensed institution, listed on the UKBA register of sponsor. To view the full list of licensed institutions, please visit: http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/studyingintheuk/quickguideforstudent/adultstudents/applyingforanadultstudentvisa/

Under the new Point Based System, and to qualify for a general student visa that allows overseas students to live and study in the UK for the duration of their course, you need 40 points.

Students that receive an unconditional offer to study at the London Business College will receive a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) from the College, which will be used when applying for a visa.

A total of 40 points is required to secure a visa.

You will receive 30 points when you are in possession of your CAS number, which will be issued by the London Business College.

You will receive 10 points for passing the Financial Maintenance (Funds) Test, which is set by the UKBA to assess if you have sufficient funds to cover your studies while in the UK. The maintenance depends on the length of the course and if you are studying in or out of London.

The College is based in London and the following figures reflect this:

Length of course	Maintenance (funds) required
More than 9 months	First year of fees and £7,200 to cover living costs of 9 months in the UK
Less than 9 months	Course fees and £800 to cover living costs for each calendar month of the course.

You can only apply in the country where you hold that country’s nationality or are living in. To start your application, download your application form on our website:www.lbcollege.ac/lbc_applicationform.pdf

For your application to be successful, you must send us the following:

A fully completed application form, written in block capital letters in English or accompanied by a certified/attested translation
All academic certificates, which should be attested and satisfy the minimum entry qualifications for the course.
A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Tier 4 students (general) must now provide clear evidence of their English language proficiency before being granted a visa to study in the UK.
Evidence of experience certificates, if mentioned in entry requirement.
Your bank statement naming you as the sole or joint account holder.
Evidence that you have at least £5,400 in your account for maintenance, plus all outstanding course fees.
Payment of course fees in full or a minimum deposit of £2,500. The Home Office looks more favourably on applicants paying more than the required minimum.
A photocopy of your passport, travel documents and identity card as evidence of entitlement to study in the UK.
2 colour passport size photographs.
The correct application form and fees.
A Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) issued by the London Business College.
Evidence that you meet the English language criteria required for your course.
Before applying, please ensure you read all the information on the UKBA website related to Tier 4 policy guidance and immigration rules. Please also familiarise yourself with changes made by the UKBA regarding evidence of maintenance.

All International applicants must be aware of the following;

When applying for your visa, you must make an appointment with your local visa application centre and supply all your biometric details, including a digital face photograph and fingerprints. For further information on identity cards for foreign nationals, visit: http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/studyingintheuk/adult-students/can-you-apply/
When you study at the College, you will study a recognised course that involves at least 15 hours per week organised daytime study. All our courses are at least a level 3 on the NQF qualification
When you are granted a visa, the London Business College will act as your immigration sponsor.
You must not intend to engage in business.

Under the new points-based system, the College will endeavour to do the following;

Maintain records on all students and keep a copy of the passport of all non-EEA students.
Keep contact details for all students.
Report any student to the UKBA who fails to enrol on their course at the expected time.
Report any unauthorised student absence to the UKBA, which includes;
- any student missing 10 expected contacts
- any student discontinuing their studies, including any deferrals, and
- any change in the student’s circumstances, such as a change of address
Comply with all PBS rules and co-operate with the UKBA.

Please note: the College will not tolerate any student in breach of Immigration Rules.

Please note, the home office will only accept original documents, unless otherwise stated.

When should I apply and how do I apply to extend my general student visa?

http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/employers/points/sponsoringmigrants/sponsoring-students/how-long-can-tier-4-migrant-stay/
Your passport.
For your visa extension letter from the London Business College, please allow at least two weeks.
Your Police registration certificate, if applicable, and your current address.
Your bank statements detailing 28 days before you apply.
A letter from your financial sponsor confirming that they pay your tuition and or living fees.
ATAS certificate (if applicable)
The postal service application fee: £357
Premium service application fee £628
After making your application the Home Office will write to you and ask you to make an appointment to have your biometric information (digital photograph and fingerprints)

Please note, the home office will only accept original documents, unless otherwise stated
When should I apply and how do I apply to extend my general student visa?

As soon as you know you need further time to complete your current course at the London Business College.
You must submit your application form and all relevant documents before your student visa expires. Pleases do not leave your application until the last minute! You should start preparing your application at least 6 weeks before your expiry date. Your deadline for applying is the expiry date on your current permission.
You must apply for your extension under the new Points Based System. To therefore gain a visa, you are also required to have 40 points and meet the same requirements as those coming to the UK from overseas to study. This means that you will receive 30 points when you have the visa letter, and 10 points when you show evidence of the required level of funds. When applying in London, this is determined by the length of the course applied for, and is set out as follows:

Length of course	Maintenance (funds) required
Less than 9 months	Course fees and £800 to cover living expenses for each calendar month of the course, up to a maximum of 2 months.
More than 9 months	First year fees and £1,200 to cover the 2 months of living costs in the UK

Please note, all the monies should be in a bank account with you as the sole or joined holder.

Your completed Tier 4 (G) form, which replaced the old FLR (S) form for all applications on or before 31 March 2009. Please download the Tier 4 (G) form and guidance note from the following link: http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/sitecontent/applicationforms/pbs/tier4-help-text11.pdf
Your passport.
For your visa extension letter from the London Business College, please allow at least two weeks.
Your Police registration certificate, if applicable, and your current address.
Your bank statements detailing 28 days before you apply.
A letter from your financial sponsor confirming that they pay your tuition and or living fees.
ATAS certificate (if applicable)
The postal service application fee: £357
Premium service application fee £565
After making your application the Home Office will write and ask you to make an appointment to have your biometric information taken (digital photograph and fingerprints).

Please note, the home office will only accept original documents, unless otherwise stated

All courses at the London Business College are delivered and assessed in English. If you wish to successfully study at the College, you must have a good grasp of English and provide proof of your proficiency.

A summary of the required levels

UK Border Agency staff can refuse entry to students who cannot speak English without an interpreter and who therefore do not meet the UKBA required minimum standards.

If you apply to study any course below degree level (Level 3, 4 or 5 on the NQF/QCF), your English language proficiency must be assessed by means of a SELT, and your English Language standards must be Level B1 on the CEFR. You may be exempt from this for one of the following reasons:
Tier 4 (Child) students; or
Students moving from Tier 4 (Child) into Tier 4 (General).
Those who have previously completed a qualification equivalent to a UK degree which was taught in English in a majority-speaking country (including where the qualification was taught in the UK).
Students who are nationals from a majority English-speaking country. The majority English-speaking countries are:

http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/studyingintheuk/adult-students/evidence/visa-letter/

All international students who apply for further leave to remain in the UK will be required to provide their biometric-fingerprints and photo. Successful applicants will receive an identity card that provides detailed evidence of their nationality, identity, right to work, immigration status and eligibility in the UK. This I.D card will replace the visa that would traditionally sit inside your passport

Police Registration Certificate
If you require registering with the Police, this will be printed on your current visa. If you were required to register, you must supply a current registration showing your current address. If your Certificate is not up to date, it can be updated free of charge in any Police station.

International Student

Applying to study at the London Business College as a Tier 4 (General) Adult student