Work In UK During Studies

A Guide Line for Pak/Indian Students and for rest of the World

Many students don't know about work difficulties in UK, and also they don't know basic rules of work and they thinks they can cover all costs with just few hours work but its not easy. In UK many students are jobless and if they have a job then hourly rate around 2 to 4 pounds. We cannot say always these conditions but mostly same. Here are basic rules to follow during your studies and work:

1. First of all you need to have student immigration permission for work. And in some cases you need to get permission from your institutions for work.

2. When you have student immigration permission you can work 10 to 20 hours a week. You can work full-time during your holidays and on work placements. You cannot cross this limit otherwise breach of your immigration conditions.

3. If your not studying or attending your classes because of your thesis and its not holidays time and you cannot work until you finished your writing.

4. Its not allow you use your earning for your tuition fees and living costs you should be able to meet your expenses with out having work and this is the reason UK embassy asks for financial statement during visa process. Other reasons are

• Its difficult to find job/work and you can't earn enough and it might possible you loose your job at any stage or it can hurt your studies.

5. You need to pay tax if your earning more than a specified personal allowance in any tax year.

6. During job you need to get your National Insurance Number (NINo) is a unique personal number which is used to record your National Insurance (NI) contributions.

The source of above information is UKCISA (UK Council for International Student Affairs).

New Student Visa Rules for UK from Aug 12, 2010

From August 12, 2010, the UK Border Agency (UKBA) will implement secure English Language tests for students under Tier 4 (General) of the points-based system. According to UKBA, student visa applicants who are studying courses below degree level, excluding foundation degrees and English Language courses have to take the test. This test must be taken with a UKBA-approved provider before the applicant applies for a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) from the education sponsor.

Applicants who are intending to study a foundation degree or at degree level (NQF level 6) and above, or an English Language course, are not required to take the secure English Language test before applying for a visa. Education providers may, however , require students to provide evidence of English Language proficiency to ensure they are capable of following the course for which they have applied.

UK student Visa Requirements For Pakistani And Indians

Documents Required for UK Student Visa

The following documents are required for the student visa of UK :
Visa Application form (VAF1 - Non-settlement) - fully completed and signed by applicant.

Appropriate Visa fee of for multiple entry.

Passport valid for at least 6 months, with available 'visa' pages for stamping (additional pages are not acceptable).

If available, the student's old passport.

Study Overseas Ltd (UK) reference letter & copy of signed Declaration Form – for Study Overseas Ltd (UK) students.

Receipt for any deposit or prepayment of tuition fees paid to the University – if applicable.

Evidence of current studies, or current employment. If neither, evidence of current status.

Valid original acceptance letter from school/college in the UK stating

• Cost of course fees and receipt for any fees paid
• Details of accommodation and how much it costs
• The start date and duration of the proposed course

Evidence of ability to pay for course:
(Please contact your nearest Study Overseas Ltd (UK) office for detailed advice).

• Original bank statements/passbooks covering at least 6months or FD (copies to be submitted)
• The sponsor's IT returns for 3 years and salary certificates.
• Deeds of any property or land owned in the student's country of origin.
• Chartered accountant's report

All educational certificates after/from schooling till date

Evidence of English Language qualifications.

Sponsors are normally parents, grandparents, brothers, sisters or relatives. From sponsors, a letter of sponsorship, photocopies of their passports showing their immigration status (if sponsor is outside student's country of origin), evidence of their financial status and available accommodation in the UK (if sponsoring for accommodation).

Note for students in India and Pakistan: It is strongly recommended that sponsors, other than parents, living outside of India or Pakistan prepay your University tuition fees and keep the receipt of the payment before you apply for your visa. This proves that the sponsor is genuine.

Sponsorship from individuals who are not close family members of the student will have to be supported by very strong evidence on why they wish to spend a large amount of money on your education.

Medicals

Students enrolled on a course for more than 6 months may be required to undergo a medical examination before leaving for UK. This may vary depending on the country you are living in.

Note for students: Medicals are not currently required as part of the Visa application process.

For more information

Guide to UK student visa (ENGLISH) Video