Applying for a Visa

1. Send the following documents to our student recruitment office by emailing visa@ibte.me or help@ibte.me :
2. Clear colour copy of your passport (must be valid for at least six months)
3. Professional head and shoulders photograph on a white background
4. Receipt of tuition fees payment or declaration from IBTE confirming payment of at least 70% of your fees
5. Copy of your admission letter and receipt of paid registration fees (for new students)
6. Upon receipt of these documents, your student recruitment officer will process the application and issue a 30-day temporary entry permit into the United Arab Emirates. This permit allows you to travel to the UAE before the visa expiry date. Upon arrival, we will stamp and print the visa into your passport.

Note: If you already reside in the United Arab Emirates, you do not need a temporary visa. Your student recruitment officer will process your education visa accordingly.

Step 1: Get Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS)

After you've been accepted by a UK university, they will send you a reference number called a CAS. You need this to apply for a visa.

Step 2: Prepare Documents

You'll need:

1. A current passport or other valid travel documentation.
2. Proof of financial support: You must prove you can support yourself and pay for your course. This will vary depending on your circumstances.
3. Proof of consent if you’re under 18.
4. Proof of your relationship with your parent or guardian if you’re under 18.
5. Your tuberculosis test results if you’re from a listed country.
6. A certified translation of any documents that aren’t in English or Welsh.

Step 3: Apply for the Visa

You must apply online for the Tier 4 (General) student visa. You'll need to have your fingerprints and photograph (known as 'biometric information') taken at a visa application center as part of your application.

You can apply up to 3 months before the start of your course.

Step 4: Pay the Healthcare Surcharge

As part of your application, you'll also need to pay the healthcare surcharge to ensure that you can use the UK's National Health Service (NHS). The exact amount will depend on the length of your stay.

After You Apply

Once you've submitted your application, you'll need to wait for the decision. The time it takes can vary depending on where you are. After your application has been reviewed, your passport will be returned to you by courier. If your application is successful, you'll receive a vignette (sticker) in your passport as your entry clearance.

Please note that you need to enter the UK within the validity of this vignette (usually 30 days). Once in the UK, you will need to pick up your Biometric Residence Permit (BRP) within 10 days of arrival.

Conclusion

Studying in the UK can be an exciting and enriching experience. By following the steps outlined above, you'll be well on your way to ensuring that your visa application process is smooth and successful. Good luck with your studies!

Step 1: University Admission

Apply and get acceptance from a German university. You will need to submit your high school diploma or previous degree, passport, proof of language proficiency, and other documents, depending on the requirements of the university.

Step 2: Secure Financing

Proof of financial resources is required to show that you can cover your living costs while studying in Germany. This can be demonstrated through a blocked bank account, scholarship certificate, or a letter of sponsorship from someone who will cover your costs.

Step 3: Health Insurance

All students in Germany must have health insurance. Non-EU students will have to get private health insurance, while EU students can get public health insurance.

Step 4: Apply for the Visa

Once you have your university admission letter, financial proof, and health insurance, you can apply for the student visa at the German embassy or consulate in your country.

Documents required include:

1. Completed application form
2. Valid passport
3. Two photographs
4. Letter of admission from your German university
5. Transcript of academic record
6. Proof of financial resources
7. Certificate of German language proficiency or proof that you intend on attending a language course in Germany (if studying in German)
8. Proof of health insurance in Germany

Wait for the application to be processed, which may take several weeks. If approved, you can then travel to Germany.

Arrival in Germany

Upon arrival in Germany, you should register your address at the local residents' registration office (Einwohnermeldeamt) and apply for a residence permit (Aufenthaltserlaubnis) at the Foreigners’ Registration Office (Ausländerbehörde). You will need your passport, proof of health insurance, student ID, proof of financial resources, and a tenancy agreement.

Note: This guide serves as a general outline and may not cover all situations or individual circumstances. For the most accurate information and personalized advice, please consult the German embassy or consulate in your country or a legal expert. Visa regulations can change, and the latest information should always be verified from the official German Government's website.

Step 1: University Admission

Apply and secure admission from a French university or higher education institution. You will need to submit your high school diploma or previous degree, passport, proof of language proficiency, and other documents, depending on the requirements of the university.

Step 2: Financial Proof

You must prove that you have enough financial resources to cover your living costs while studying in France. This can be demonstrated through a bank statement, a scholarship certificate, or a letter of sponsorship from someone who will cover your costs.

Step 3: Health Insurance

All students in France are required to have health insurance. International students must provide proof of a health insurance plan that covers them in France.

Step 4: Apply for the Visa

Once you have your university admission letter, financial proof, and health insurance, you can apply for the student visa at the French embassy or consulate in your country.

Documents required include:

1. Completed long-stay visa application form
2. Passport (valid for the entire duration of your stay)
3. Passport-sized photographs
4. Proof of acceptance into a program of study at a French institution
5. Proof of financial resources
6. Proof of medical insurance
7. Proof of accommodation in France

Wait for the application to be processed, which may take several weeks. If approved, you can then travel to France.

Arrival in France

Upon arrival in France, students staying for longer than six months must apply for a residence permit. You'll have to register through the French Office of Immigration and Integration (OFII). This requires an OFII stamp, which you can get by submitting a form to the French consulate or embassy in your country before leaving.

Note: This guide serves as a general outline and may not cover all situations or individual circumstances. For the most accurate information and personalized advice, please consult the French embassy or consulate in your country or a legal expert. Visa regulations can change, and the latest information should always be verified from the official French Government's website.