What changed, and what is about to

Every change below is taken from an official source cited in the country guide. A rule that changed after you started planning is one of the most common reasons a visa is refused.

Coming up

30 November 2026 · proof of funds · United Kingdom

Maintenance rises from GBP 1,529 to GBP 1,570 a month in London and from GBP 1,171 to GBP 1,203 outside.
1 January 2027 · post-study · United Kingdom

Graduate Route falls from two years to 18 months for bachelor's and master's applications from this date; PhDs keep three years.

Already in force

8 April 2026 · fees · United Kingdom

Student visa application fee set at GBP 558.
January 2024 · dependants · United Kingdom

Only PhD, research-degree or government-sponsored students may bring dependants; taught master's students no longer qualify.