The Government is introducing a new Student route which is to form part of the new Points-Based Immigration System.
This new Student route is to replace the current Tier 4 route. This new route is to take effect from 9.00 am on 5 October 2020. For EEA nationals, the new Student route will take effect for applications made in the UK on or after 1 January 2021. EEA nationals outside the UK can apply under this new route from 5 October 2020, for entry to the UK from 1 January 2021.
The changes to the Immigration Rules also affect who counts as a dependant of a student, and what they have to show in regards to money available to them. You can read more about the new route here: https://www.ukcisa.org.uk/studentnews/1590/Details-of-new-Student-immigration-route-published-.
If you are preparing to make a student visa extension application, please contact us in our drop-ins at SHUISST between 11 – 12 or 2 – 3 by sending us a message to our Skype account with your name and SI number.
Best wishes
International Experience Team