Latest update (2026)
The UK Student visa (formerly Tier 4) lets Bangladeshi students study at approved UK institutions. You apply online through the official UK Government website, and you need a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) from your university first.
- Maintenance funds rise on 30 November 2026. The rate depends on the date you apply, not the date of your CAS or bank statement.
- A decision from outside the UK usually takes about 3 weeks.
- You must show enough funds, held for 28 consecutive days.
- Dependants are restricted for most postgraduate taught courses.
- Most degree-level students can work up to 20 hours a week during term time.
Eligibility requirements
- An offer from a UK licensed Student sponsor, and a valid CAS number
- Proof of English language ability (IELTS for UKVI or another approved test, unless exempt)
- Proof of financial support
- A valid passport
- A TB test certificate for courses longer than 6 months
Required documents
- Valid passport (with enough validity and blank pages)
- CAS letter or number from your UK institution
- Academic certificates and transcripts
- IELTS / approved English test certificate
- Bank statements showing the required funds held for 28 consecutive days
- TB test certificate from an approved clinic
- Online visa application form
- Visa fee payment receipt
- Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) payment confirmation
Financial requirements (funds)
You must show money for your remaining first-year tuition fee (as on your CAS) plus living costs for up to 9 months:
| Study location | Applications until 29 Nov 2026 | Applications from 30 Nov 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| London | £1,529 per month | £1,570 per month |
| Outside London | £1,171 per month | £1,203 per month |
| Maximum (9 months), London | £13,761 | £14,130 |
| Maximum (9 months), outside London | £10,539 | £10,827 |
Funds must stay in your account for 28 consecutive days before you apply, and the statement must be recent. Check the exact rule on the GOV.UK student visa money page.
Step-by-step application process
- Get an offer from a UK university (a licensed Student sponsor)
- Accept the offer, pay any deposit and receive your CAS
- Prepare financial documents and keep the funds for 28 consecutive days
- Complete the online visa application on the UK Government website
- Pay the visa fee and the Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS)
- Book your biometric appointment at the UK Visa Application Centre in Bangladesh
- Attend the appointment and submit your documents
- Wait for the decision (usually about 3 weeks from outside the UK)
Visa fees
- Student visa application fee (from outside the UK): about £558 (April 2026 fee update)
- Immigration Health Surcharge: £776 per year of visa length, paid upfront
- Optional priority services: extra fee
Fees are set by the UK Government and can change. Check the current amount on GOV.UK before you pay.
Processing time
For applications from outside the UK, a decision usually takes about 3 weeks (around 15 working days). Priority services may be faster for an extra fee, but timings are not guaranteed, so apply at least 3 months before your course starts.
Best practices for approval
- Use genuine bank statements in the correct format
- Double-check spellings and passport details
- Prepare for a credibility interview if requested
- Submit complete, well-organized documents
- Apply at least 3 months before the course start date
Common reasons for refusal
- Insufficient or poorly documented financial evidence
- Incorrect bank statement format or funds not held for 28 days
- Not meeting the English language requirement
- Incomplete documents