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Studying in the United Kingdom

The figures that decide most applications, from official sources. Guide checked 24 September 2026.
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Money you must show£1,529/month London, £1,171/month outside, up to 9 months
RISES to £1,570 / £1,203 for applications from 30 November 2026. Money must sit untouched for 28 days.
Source: GOV.UK Student visa: money, checked 27 October 2026
Visa fee£558, plus Immigration Health Surcharge of £776 per yearSource: GOV.UK fees, 8 April 2026, checked 24 September 2026
Work while you study20 hours a week in term at degree level, full time in vacationsSource: UKCISA, checked 24 September 2026
Stay after you graduateGraduate Route: 2 years if you apply by 31 December 2026, 18 months after that. PhD 3 years.Source: GOV.UK Graduate visa, checked 24 September 2026