Will the UK university handle my visa and passport process after admission?
No, your UK university will not handle your visa or passport for you. It issues your CAS reference and offers guidance and document checks, but you must personally complete the online student visa application, pay the fees, and manage your passport renewal.
No, your UK university will not handle your passport or visa process on your behalf, since UK immigration law requires you to complete these steps yourself. Your university does support you by issuing your CAS and offering guidance, but the application, the fees, and your passport remain entirely your responsibility.
What Your University Does And Does Not Do
| Task | Who Handles It |
|---|---|
| Issuing your CAS reference number | Your university, once you accept your offer and meet conditions |
| Guidance and checklists for your visa | Your university's international student support team |
| Reviewing your draft application or funds | Your university, as an optional document-checking service |
| Submitting the actual visa application | You, through the official GOV.UK website |
| Passport validity and renewal | You, through your home country's embassy or passport office |
What You Must Handle Yourself
- Complete the online Student Visa application on GOV.UK using your CAS reference.
- Pay the visa fee and the Immigration Health Surcharge out of your own pocket.
- Upload financial evidence and an ATAS certificate if your course requires one, then attend biometrics if asked.
- Check your passport's expiry date early and renew it if it will not cover your full stay.
My Advice
Check your passport's expiry date this week, before your CAS even arrives, so a renewal delay never becomes the reason you miss your visa application window.
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