Please note
You will be aware by now that many changes are taking place within the UK immigration system. This has already included the introduction of Biometric ID cards for students extending visas in the UK. Tier 4 (General) Student was introduced on 31st March 2009 and will affect any student and their dependants applying for entry clearance outside the UK and any student and their dependants applying for visa extensions in the UK.

You MUST submit your application form and all the relevant documents before your student visa expires. Please do not leave your application until the last minute! You should start to prepare you application AT LEAST six weeks before your expiry date.

Requesting a Visa Letter
Visa letters should be requested at least 2 weeks before you intend to submit your visa extension application.