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Applications in the UK

On this page you can find some common application forms and guidance notes for extension of stay in the UK.

You can also find our interactive forms which we have produced, in order to assist you with completing some of the application forms.

Always double check that the Tier 4 (General) application form you use is the current form at the time that you apply.

Tier 4 (General) - Student Visa Applications in the the UK

Please note that from the 5 April 2013, all Tier 4 (General) applications that are made in the UK must be submitted to the UK Border Agency through an online application form.

Tier 4 (General) - Changes to Circumstances and Switching Institution

Dependants of Student and Post Study Work Visa holders

Tier 2 (General) Applications

All Applications - Photograph guidance

General Note

It is your responsibility to demonstrate that you meet all the rules for the visa you are applying for. You should ensure that you use the correct form and that your application is fully complete as well as providing all the necessary documents in original copy.

For Tier 4 (General) applications in the UK only: When you have completed your application and prepared all of your supporting documents, you must attend an appointment or drop in session with ISA team. We will check your application for you before you submit it. We are not able to check through any forms, other than student at present.

NOTE: Any application for an extension of your stay in the UK must be made before your current visa expires. It is your responsibility to check when the best time to make your application should be. You should always check that you apply with the most up to date application form.

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Tier 4 (Students)- Applications for Student Visa Extension in the UK

Applications for a Student Visa Extension in the UK —Tier 4 (General) can be made by post, using 'Print and Send' or in person.

From the 5 April 2013, all Tier 4 (General) applications that are made in the UK are advised to be submitted via the online 'print and send' application form.  It is currently unclear whether or not paper applications will be accepted after 7 April 2013. The only exceptions are:

  • Applicants who are using the Super Premium Service
  • Applicants who have already booked a Public Enquiry Office appointment

We therefore strongly encourage all other applicants to use the 'Print and Send' service. Please note: The new application fees are applicable to all applications - including those made using the paper form.

You can find a summary of the changes and the introduction of 'Print and Send' on the UK Council for International Student Affairs website.

The Downloadable Paper Form:

This is suitable for Tier 4 applicants who are:

  • using Super Premium Service OR 
  • attending a pre-booked Public Enquiry Office appointment

You will need to download and print off the Tier 4 (students) application form and guidance notes, which you will need to read carefully:

       Click here for Tier 4 (students) Application form, Policy Guidance & Help Text

In order to assist you with completing your Tier 4 (General) application form we have created an interactive Tier 4 (students) form, which is an on line guide.

    Click here to download the interactive Tier 4 (students) form

The Interactive Tier 4 (Students) form is for guidance only. You should click on the yellow post it notes for information and assistance with completing each area of the application form.

PLEASE NOTE - if using this application on or after 06 April 2013 the new application fee of £406 or £781 applies.

The Online ‘Print and Send’ application form:

This is suitable for all Tier 4 applicants and their dependants, except those who have already booked a Public Enquiry Office appointment and those using the Super Premium Service.

You will need to go to https://apply.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/iapply.portal to create your online account.

Complete as much of the application form as possible but do not confirm or agree to declaration.

You must attend an appointment or drop in session with ISA team (see www.uel.ac.uk/isa). You will need to bring your UKBA account log-in details and all your supporting documents.We will check your application for you before you submit it.

When you have made the amendments as recommended by the advisor, complete the declaration and payment. Save a copy of the PDF of your application (You can print a PDF version of your form by logging into your account and selecting the View).

You will then need to print and send application form and supporting documents. Please note that the date of application for Print and Send applications is the date that you post the application and supporting documents – NOT the date you submit the payment online.

For a full outline of the process, including how to obtain a CAS, see Tier 4 Student Visa Renewal Process.

You must use the Tier 4 General application form to extend your Tier 4 visa for your studies at UEL or if you already have a Tier 4 visa for another institution (which you applied for on or after 5th October 2009) and you want to study at UEL. If in doubt, always seek advice first by emailing isa@uel.ac.uk

Guide to Creating your Home Office Account

Click here for our Guide: How To Create Your Home Office Account

Guide to Completing your Tier 4 Print and Send Application

Click here for our Guide: Guide to Completing the Online Print and Send Tier 4 Application

Guide to Completing your PBS Dependent Print and Send Application

Click here for our Guide: Guide to Completing PBS Dependents Application

For more information on Student Visas see our Student Visas section

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Migrant Change in Circumstances (MCC) form - changes to personal details, contact, passport, etc

The Migrant Change in Circumstances (MCC) form is to notify the UK Border Agency of change to your circumstances.

You must use the MCC form to notify the UK Border Agency of changes to:

  • Your personal details (name, title etc)
  • Your contact details (Address, telephone, email)
  • Your passport details (if you get a new passport)
  • Your dependant details (if your relationship to your dependant changes)
  • Criminal Convictions (if you are convicted of any criminal offence/ civil judgement)

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Interactive Migrant Change of Circumstances (MCC) form - to assist you with completing the form

In order to assist you with completing your Migrant Change of Circumstance (MCC) form we have created an interactive Migrant Change of Circumstance (MCC) form, which is an on line guide. You should download and make use of our interactive MCC form to help you complete your actual MCC form if you need to notify the UK Border Agency if a change in your circumstances as listed above.

Permission To Switch institution (PTS) form - ONLY for Tier 4 visa holders who applied BEFORE 5th October 2009)

The Permission to Switch institution application T4 -PTS is only to be used by students who are already in the UK with a Tier 4 visa issued for another institution and who applied for their Tier 4 visa before 5th October 2009.

If you have a Tier 4 visa which you applied for on or after 5th October 2009, you must not use this form. Instead you must apply for a new Tier 4 visa if applying in the UK. Always seek advice first by emailing isa@uel.ac.uk

Interactive Permission to Switch institution (PTS) form - to assist you with completing the form

In order to assist you with completing your Permission to Switch (PTS) form we have created an interactive Permission to Switch (PTS) form, which is like an on line guide. You should download and make use of our interactive PTS form to help you complete your actual PTS form if you wish to study at UEL an you are already in the UK with a Tier 4 visa for another institution which you applied for before 5th October 2009.

Points Based System (PBS) - Dependants Applications in the UK

If you are interested in bringing your family to join you in the UK, you can find information, application forms and policy guidance on the links below:

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Tier 1 - General (Highly Skilled Worker) Applications in the UK

This scheme is now closed to new applications.

For more information on Tier 1 - General see our Working in the UK webpages.

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Tier 2 - General (Sponsored Skilled Worker) Applications in the UK

This application is for Tier 2 - General (Sponsored Skilled Worker) in the UK. Tier 2 - General replaced the Work Permit in 2008 although some elements of the scheme are similar.

For more information on Tier 2 - General see our Working in the UK webpages.

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UK Border Agency - Photograph Guidance

The UKBA have strict guidelines for photographs to be submitted with your application. Please read the guidance issued for photographs.

For more information on Student Visas see our Student Visas section.

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Comments & Suggestions:

Did you find these webpages useful? Is there anything that could be improved/ amended? If you have any comments or suggestions regarding our webpages and its contents, we would be happy to hear from you. Please email any comments/ suggestions to isa@uel.ac.uk

Updated 08/04/2013

Tier 4 Sponsor Licence

University of East London (UEL) holds a Tier 4 Sponsor Licence and is listed on the UKBA register as a Highly Trusted Sponsor

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