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Visas

Visa Information
For students applying for a visa from their country of residence.	For students extending their visa in the UK
Applying for your student (Tier 4) visa under the Points Based System - frequently asked questions IMPORTANT INFORMATION - Evidence required when applying for your tier 4 visa	Extending Your Leave to Remain as a Student Tier 4 (General) from inside the United Kingdom Enrolling your Biometrics

Who can register as a student at Lancaster University

Our duties under the Highly Trusted Tier 4 Sponsor Licence Rules

Changing your Educational Institution

Please refer to the following UK Border Agency website FAQ's (including rules regarding working during your studies:- http://www.bia.homeoffice.gov.uk/studyingintheuk/adult-students/

It is important that you tell the UK Border Agency if you change your contact details. You can now do this through an online form

Travel Visas

If you are travelling outside the UK during your studies, you should check the visa/entry requirements with the embassy of the country you would like to visit.

You can find a list of all Embassies at the following link:
http://www.fco.gov.uk/en/about-the-fco/embassies-and-posts/find-an-embassy-overseas/?l=U

Some European Countries are part of the 'Schengen' group and will allow you to apply for one visa which gives permission to enter several countries. You can find information about Schengen Visas here:
http://www.lancs.ac.uk/sbs/download/leaflets/4-5.pdf