UK Student Visa Guide for South Korea
Korean applicants: confirm CAS teaching location for London funds rates, then book biometrics early.
South Korea hosts 0 international students, placing it among the most internationally diverse universities in .
South Korea is a UK university located in , . It holds a Student sponsor licence and can issue CAS letters for degree programmes. As an international student, you will need a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) from the university before applying for a Student visa.
After you accept your offer, South Korea will issue your CAS once you meet the conditions of your offer and provide evidence of your qualifications and English language proficiency. You then apply for a Student visa from UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI), submitting your CAS, financial evidence, and supporting documents. UKVI makes the final visa decision; a CAS does not guarantee visa approval.
Where you apply
Residents of South Korea apply online and complete biometrics at the VAC network published for their area on official UKVI/VFS sites.
Financial evidence
Prepare 28-day maintenance funds (London rate if CAS is London-taught) and tuition evidence. Keep romanised names consistent for applicants from South Korea.
Common challenges for South Korea applicants
- Romanisation mismatches.
- Wrong maintenance rate for the teaching location.
- Late CAS after funds evidence expires.
Process and interview notes
CAS → funds → apply → biometrics → decision. Re-check funds dates if CAS is delayed.
Local facts for South Korea applicants
- CAS teaching location—not nationality—sets London funds rules for students from South Korea.
- Passport spelling must match CAS exactly.
- South Korea hosts 0 international students, placing it among the most internationally diverse universities in .
- Residents of South Korea apply online and complete biometrics at the VAC network published for their area on official UKVI/VFS sites.
- Prepare 28-day maintenance funds (London rate if CAS is London-taught) and tuition evidence.
- Common friction: Romanisation mismatches.
Official sources
Confirm CAS, maintenance funds, and biometric appointment rules on GOV.UK before you apply. This page is document-prep guidance, not immigration advice from a regulated adviser.
- GOV.UK — Student visa
- GOV.UK — Student visa: documents you must provide
- GOV.UK — Student visa: money you need
- GOV.UK — Find a UK visa application centre
- UKCISA — Student immigration advice
- VFS Global — UK visas in South Korea
Legal rules live on MyCaseworks
Country pages cover journey logistics. For Student Route procedure, funds rules, and Graduate Route, use the legal library:
- UK Student Route document checklistWhat to assemble for CAS, funds, and biometrics.
- Student Route financial requirement28-day funds rules and acceptable evidence.
- Graduate Route checklistPost-study work route after a UK degree.
- UK renters’ rights for international studentsHousing rules after you arrive.
YouSafe helps South Korea applicants organise CAS, maintenance funds, and UK Student visa documents.
Browse study-permit help →Frequently asked questions
- How do applicants from South Korea apply for a UK Student visa?
- Residents of South Korea apply online and complete biometrics at the VAC network published for their area on official UKVI/VFS sites.
- What financial evidence is needed from South Korea?
- Prepare 28-day maintenance funds (London rate if CAS is London-taught) and tuition evidence. Keep romanised names consistent for applicants from South Korea.
- What is a CAS?
- A Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies is issued by a licensed UK student sponsor after you meet offer conditions. You cannot apply for a Student visa without a valid CAS.
- Do London courses need higher maintenance funds?
- Usually yes. Home Affairs publishes higher maintenance funds for courses taught in London. Your CAS location—not your nationality—drives the rate.
- When will South Korea issue my CAS?
- South Korea issues your CAS after you accept your offer and meet the conditions, including providing evidence of qualifications and English language proficiency. Processing times vary, so submit your documents promptly. You need the CAS number for your Student visa application.
- What financial evidence does South Korea require?
- You need to show funds for first-year tuition plus living costs of £1,334 per month (up to 9 months) if studying in London or £1,023 per month outside London. Acceptable evidence includes bank statements held for 28 consecutive days or official sponsorship letters.