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Ngozi0009:Planning for a 2026 intake involves navigating several fee increases that take effect on April 8, 2026. Here is the breakdown of the total costs for a standard Student Visa (main applicant) applying from outside the UK. 1. Mandatory Government Fees These are the non-refundable costs paid directly to the UK Home Office during the application process. Fee Item Cost (Post-April 8, 2026) Notes Visa Application Fee £558 Increased from £524. Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) £776 per year. Total for a 1-year Master’s: ~£1,334 Total for a 3-year Bachelor’s: ~£2,886 2. Maintenance Funds (Living Expenses) Applicants must prove they have enough money to support themselves. This amount must be held in a bank account for 28 consecutive days before applying. Location Monthly Requirement Total (for 9 months) Inside London £1,529 £13,761 Outside London £1,171 £10,539. 3. Tuition Fees (Average Estimates) While fees vary by institution and course, here are the current benchmarks for the 2026/27 academic year: Undergraduate: £12,000 – £25,000 per year. Postgraduate: £13,000 – £35,000 per year. Note: You must show proof of funds for the entire first year's tuition, minus any deposit already paid. 4. Additional Variable Costs Don't forget to budget for these essential "hidden" costs: TB Test: ~£70 – £120 (depending on the country of residence). English Language Test (IELTS/PTE): ~£180 – £220. Priority Service (Optional): £500 for a decision within 5 working days; £1,000 for next-day "Super Priority." Biometrics/Document Scanning: ~£75 (User Pays Visa Application Centre fee). Summary Checklist for Proof of Funds To avoid a refusal, the applicant must demonstrate the following total in their bank account for 28 days: [Unpaid Tuition for Year 1] + [9 Months of Maintenance Funds] = Required Proof of Funds. |
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