How much money do I need for a UK Student visa?
You must show you have enough funds to cover your tuition fees (for one year) plus your living costs. The living cost allowance is £1,334 per month in London and £1,023 per month outside London, assessed for a maximum of 9 months regardless of your course length.
What counts as London?
For Student visa maintenance purposes, London means studying in one of the 32 London boroughs or the City of London. If your institution has campuses in multiple locations, the location where you will primarily study determines which rate applies.
What is the 28-day rule?
You must show that the required funds have been sitting in your bank account for 28 consecutive days. The end of this 28-day window must be no more than 31 days before the date of your visa application. This means you need to plan ahead — you cannot simply deposit the money the day before you apply.
Do I need to show fees for the full course?
No. You only need to show one year's tuition fees, not the fees for your entire course. If your fees vary between years, use the highest annual amount. If your university or a sponsor has already paid your fees, you can deduct the paid amount.
Does this apply to dependants?
Dependants of Student visa holders must separately demonstrate their own maintenance funds of £845 per month (London) or £680 per month (outside London) for up to 9 months. This calculator covers the main applicant only — a dependant maintenance calculator is coming soon.