After getting the UK offer letter, do we have to pay tuition fees to the university to get the final visa?
06 May 2026 · Answered by Shairal Pathak · 1 min read
You do not need to pay the full tuition fees before applying for a UK student visa. Universities ask for a deposit first to confirm your admission and issue the CAS (Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies).
For the visa, you must show funds for any remaining unpaid first-year tuition fees mentioned on your CAS, plus the required living expenses. So if you have already paid a deposit, that amount is usually reflected in the CAS and reduces the funds you need to show.
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