Registration will open in mid-October, you will be able to request a visa letter through the registration platform once it is open. Please remember that you will only be able to attend graduation in January 2027 if you have been awarded by 31 October 2026. If you are awarded after this date, you will be invited to the summer ceremonies in September 2027. Further details about this will be released nearer the time.

We strongly advise that you check your eligibility carefully before booking any flights (if travelling from abroad), paying for visa applications for yourself or your guests, or making any other travel arrangements. The university cannot be held responsible if it is later confirmed that you are not eligible to attend the graduation ceremony due to not having received your final award.

All guests travelling from abroad will be responsible for ensuring they comply with UK entry requirements. For information and guidance, you may wish to visit our Student Immigration and Compliance page for details on the Standard Visitor visa route.

If you have any issues or queries regarding visa letters, please contact the Graduation Team on graduation@uel.ac.uk. Please be aware that due to the high volume of enquiries received, there may be delays during peak times.