An introductory Student visa route for adult Chinese passport holders applying offshore; excludes Child Student, dependants and in-country switching.
These four UK routes serve distinct purposes and prerequisites: distinguish short visits, sponsored study (CAS), unsponsored recent graduates (HPI) and employer-sponsored Skilled Worker (CoS).
Check an eligible sponsor/CAS, English and course/living funds. Chinese applicants may qualify for differential financial evidence, but must still meet the financial requirement and may be asked for proof.
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Download a blank English PDF checklist to print and mark offline. This is not an exhaustive lodgement checklist; official requirements take precedence.
For offshore adult applicants holding an unconditional offer and CAS from a licensed student sponsor; work hours are restricted.
No prior job offer required; requires an eligible degree within the last 5 years, Ecctis verification, B2 English and funds; cannot be extended.
Official requirementsRequires a licensed sponsor, eligible occupation code, Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) and salary threshold; distinct from unsponsored HPI.
Official requirementsObtain CAS, check funds, English and any TB/ATAS evidence, apply online offshore and pay as instructed, complete the assigned identity-check route, then follow the decision and eVisa/UKVI instructions.
Introductory preparation summary, not a complete checklist, individual advice or a visa guarantee. Follow official pages and individual notices. Reviewed: 2026-10-24