
Essential Checklist for Indian Students Applying for UK Visas
Discover a comprehensive guide tailored for Indian students to navigate the UK visa application, detailing critical documents and expert tips to streamline your journey.
- Clear list of required documents for your UK student visa application
- Step-by-step guidance to avoid common visa application mistakes
- Important deadlines and application timelines to keep in mind
- Tips on preparing for your visa interview with confidence
Undergraduate
Find all essential documents and tips tailored for Indian undergraduates applying to study in the UK.

Original Passport

Formal VISA Documents

IHS Payment Proof

VISA Payment Proof

VISA Appointment Letter

CAS Letter

Tuberculosis Certificate

Academic Marksheets
10th Marksheet
12th Marksheet

Financial Letters
Savings letter from the bank
Statement from the bank (signed and stamped by bank)
Sponsorship letter from father
Birth certificate
Note: Make sure you submit your original passport at the time of biometric checking and collect the other documents.
Postgraduate
Find all essential documents and tips tailored for Indian postgraduates applying to study in the UK.

Current Passport

Birth Certificate
if using parents’ funds

TB Test
to be done by UKVI approved clinics only

Unconditional Offer Letter

Sponsorship Letter from Parents
if using parents’ funds

Accommodation Details

Marksheets
10th and 12th
Bachelor’s

Name Affidavits

CAS Letter

English Language Test Results

Work Experience and Gap Year Proofs

Financial Letters
1 Month Savings Accounts Bank Letter (signed and stamped by bank)
Fixed Deposits Advice and Cover Letter (signed and stamped by bank)
Education Loan Sanction Letter (if required)
Bank Verification Form (to be filled by the student)
Tuition and Accommodation Fee Receipts
