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Immigration

Before students leave their home country they must make sure they meet the UK immigration regulations for international students. Nationals of certain countries must obtain entry to clearance (a visa) to enter the UK. To enter the UK they have to be:

• Accepted on a full-time course
• Qualified to take the course
• Have enough funds to support themselves without working in the UK or claiming benefits

More information can be found at UKCISA

Once they have been admitted to the UK they might have to register with the police. If so, they must do so within seven days of entry into the UK at:

The Overseas Visitors Records Office
Brandon House
180 Borough High Street
London
SE1

It is open weekdays 9am-4.30pm. Students should take their passport with them proof of student status, and £34. For information, please call the Metropolitan Police Information Line on 020 7230 1208.

Extending a visa

If a student wishes to stay longer than the duration of their visa, they must apply to the Home Office for an extension before they leave expires. They will need to complete an FLR(S), available from the Application Form Unit, telephone 0870 606 77 66 or at www.ind.homeoffice.gov.uk

Please seek advice from the college.