UK Student visa bank balance planning must include course fees and living costs. The amount depends on whether the student is studying in London or outside London, how much tuition remains unpaid, and whether dependants are included.
Living Cost Requirement
GOV.UK currently lists GBP 1,529 per month for London and GBP 1,171 per month outside London, for up to 9 months. The student must also show enough money for course fees unless already paid and shown on CAS.
Dependants
If eligible dependants apply, additional funds are required for each dependant. GOV.UK lists different monthly amounts for London and outside London. Dependants are now limited to specific categories of students, so eligibility must be checked before planning family applications.
Financial Evidence Quality
- Funds should be held for the required period if applicable.
- Bank documents should clearly show account holder, balance, dates, and bank details.
- Sponsor relationship and consent may be needed if funds are in a parent or guardian account.
- Loan letters must meet UKVI evidence requirements.
- Avoid unexplained last-minute deposits.
UP Educare Review
We review the CAS, paid tuition, remaining tuition, city, duration, sponsor documents, and student profile before calculating the required bank balance.
Official Sources to Check
- GOV.UK Student visa: https://www.gov.uk/student-visa
- GOV.UK Student visa money requirement: https://www.gov.uk/student-visa/money
- GOV.UK Student visa documents: https://www.gov.uk/student-visa/documents-you-must-provide
- GOV.UK visa fees: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/visa-regulations-revised-table
- GOV.UK Graduate visa: https://www.gov.uk/graduate-visa
- Study UK British Council scholarships and funding: https://study-uk.britishcouncil.org/scholarships-funding
UK visa rules, fees, living-cost requirements, IHS, work conditions, Graduate Route duration, and university deadlines can change. Always confirm the latest official guidance and university pages before applying.