Child Student Visa 👇

🏢 1. What It Is The Child Student Visa is a specific immigration route for children aged between 4 and 17 who wish to come to the UK to study at a fee-paying independent school.

This visa is exclusively for education at independent (private) schools and cannot be used for study at state-funded schools. The duration of the visa depends on the child's age and the length of their course. It is important to note that this visa route does not lead directly to settlement in the UK.

📜 2. Who Can Apply A child can apply for this visa if they:

• Are between 4 and 17 years old.
• Have an unconditional offer of a place on an eligible course from a licensed independent school in the UK.
• Have the consent of their parent or legal guardian to study and live in the UK.
• Have suitable arrangements in place for their care and accommodation in the UK.

For children under 12, one parent can also apply for a 'Parent of a Child Student visa' to accompany them.

🔑 3. Key Requirements The application process requires careful preparation to meet the strict safeguarding and financial rules. Key requirements include:

• Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS): The child must have a valid CAS from their sponsoring independent school.
• Parental Consent: The child's parents or legal guardians must provide written consent for the child's application, travel, and living arrangements in the UK.
• Financial Requirement: The applicant must prove that they have enough money to pay for the course fees and cover their living costs for each month of the course (up to a maximum of 9 months). The exact amount depends on where the child will live (e.g., boarding at the school or with a parent/relative).
• Adequate Care Arrangements: The application must show that suitable arrangements are in place for the child’s care and well-being in the UK.