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What are the financial requirements for a UK student visa including tuition and living expenses?

05 May 2026 · Answered by Swastika Ghosh · 1 min read
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For a UK Student visa you must show enough funds to cover: Any unpaid first-year tuition fees (as stated on your CAS), plus Living expenses for up to 9 months £13,761 if studying in London (£1,529 × 9 months) £10,539 if studying outside London (£1,171 × 9 months) These funds must be held for at least 28 consecutive days before you apply.

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