Stage 7 · Lesson 2 of 6
The CAS and UK Student visa
For a UK degree, your university issues a (CAS) once your offer is unconditional. The CAS is a reference number you need for the visa. You can apply for the Student visa up to six months before your course starts.
As of 2026-09, gov.uk lists a visa fee of 558 pounds and an of 776 pounds per year, which pays for NHS care. For , the maintenance figure is 1,529 pounds a month in London or 1,171 pounds elsewhere, for up to nine months.
The money must be held for 28 consecutive days, unless an exemption applies. students can no longer bring dependants. Check your English requirement and whether you need a .
Common trapmoving money around during the 28-day period, which breaks the rule.
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Resources for this stage
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- GuideFreeStudent visa (GOV.UK)
UK Home Office
The official UK Student visa rules, fees, funds and documents