Visa and immigration advice
City, University of London has an International Student Advice team who provide confidential advice and guidance to applicants and students on study-related visa and immigration issues
City, University of London has an International Student Advice team who provide confidential advice and guidance to applicants and students on study-related visa and immigration issues
Find out how to apply for a Tier 4 General Student visa if you are a Non-EEA or Switzerland applicant studying a full time course.
Find out more information for current and new EU students at City, and about the EU Settlement Scheme that allows EEA nationals to apply for the right to remain in the UK long term after 2020.
Find out how to apply for a short-term study visa if you are coming to the UK to do a short course or a short period of research.
Find out if and how you can work in the UK during or after your studies depending on which visa you have and which permissions you need.
Find out about the Schengen Visa Scheme which allows travel between certain countries within the EEA and Switzerland using only one visa.
Ensure you keep up to date with news regarding updates or changes for your UK Visa and your immigration requirements while studying.
Find out how to apply for a visa to attend your own graduation or your family members who may need to apply for visas to visit London.
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Coronavirus information for prospective students
City, University of London is still accepting applications for students interested in joining in September 2020, though the ongoing coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic may result in some changes to events and processes. Please read our coronavirus statement and FAQ for prospective students.
You will find all information for visa applications on our website. If you have any further questions, please send us a query by email (visaadvice@city.ac.uk), call us on +44 (0) 207 040 7040 or join us online in our weekly sessions.
Due to current evolving situation regarding the coronavirus pandemic, The Student Centre is now closed but all staff are working remotely.
In light of the evolving situation of the coronavirus outbreak, to ensure the safety and well-being of students and staff, the International Student Advice team is offering regular online sessions instead of face-to-face drop-in sessions to continue providing support to our students. These will take place every Tuesday and Friday, 2pm-3pm (GMT) and are open to all current international students at City, University of London. They give you the opportunity to talk with the International Student Advice Team online and receive advice and guidance on visa and immigration issues.
Please click on the relevant date to book your place on our sessions.
Due to the complex nature of immigration we do not offer individual advice online. If you do have to talk to us about your specific individual case please:
Appointments are intended for students who need specific support with a visa application, either before it is submitted or once an application has been refused. Students who have general questions about applying for a visa should read the guidance on this website, email us or join us online as stated above.
If you wish to have a private, confidential conversation with one of our advisers, please email us the following information:
Chat with one of our International Student Advisers through our online messaging system