UK Child Student Visa
United Kingdom
Residency
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- Type
- Child study visa
- Age
- 4 to 17
- School
- Licensed independent school
- Core proof
- CAS, consent, fees, and living costs
Summary
The UK Child Student visa is for children aged 4 to 17 who want to study at an independent school in the UK. It is a study route tied to a specific school place, not a general residency or family route.
It is built for families planning a UK school placement rather than a university route, and it depends on having a school offer and the funds to support it.
Eligibility
You may be a fit if:
- The child is aged 4 to 17.
- The child is not a British or Irish citizen.
- The child has, or is applying for, a place at a UK independent school that is a licensed Child Student sponsor.
- A parent or guardian can give consent and cover school fees and living costs.
What This Route Allows
The route lets a child aged 4 to 17 study at a licensed UK independent school for the length of their course. GOV.UK generally requires an unconditional offer from the school, a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies from a licensed Child Student sponsor, parental or guardian consent, and enough money to cover school fees and living costs.
What This Route Is Not
- A university or higher-education study route.
- A route for children attending a school that is not a licensed Child Student sponsor.
- A general family or residency visa.
- Needed for British or Irish citizens.
Next Steps
- Confirm the child is aged 4 to 17 and is not a British or Irish citizen.
- Identify a UK independent school that is a licensed Child Student sponsor.
- Secure a place and obtain the Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies from the school.
- Arrange parental or guardian consent.
- Make sure you can show enough money for school fees and living costs.
- Review the GOV.UK Child Student visa guidance before applying.