Do I need to show blocked funds for UK visa applications, and can I show funds from my or my parents' bank accounts?
Yes, you can show funds from your own or your parents' bank account for a UK student visa application - blocked funds are not required.
- Funds must be held in a personal (not business) account for at least 28 consecutive days.
- Bank statement must be dated within 31 days before your visa application.
- If using your parents' account, you’ll need a letter from them confirming permission and a document proving your relationship (like a birth certificate).
- Funds from accounts of other relatives (siblings, grandparents, etc.) are not accepted.
- Overdrafts, cryptocurrency, stocks, or unregulated accounts are not allowed.
All documents must be in English or officially translated. If you need help preparing your documents, contact your LeapScholar counsellor.
More expert answers
Yes, you can use your parents' bank account to show funds for your UK student visa.
You'll need:
- Parental consent letter stating they allow you to use their funds.
- Proof of relationship, such as your birth certificate.
- Parents' bank statements showing the required funds.
The funds must be held in a personal (not business) account and remain there for at least 28 consecutive days before your application. You must have immediate access to these funds.
Cash income, business income or no ITR?
See whether your funds and documents will pass the UK visa check.
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