Visitors
Most visitor categories allow study. These visitors can study full time or part time and are not required to obtain a qualification. There is no minimum period of study. Some visitors are prohibited from studying in the UK.
Some visitors will have a visa and others will have a stamp in their passport given on arrival.
Visitor type | Maximum stay | Maximum study time | Study restrictions |
---|---|---|---|
Standard visitors |
Usually 6 months, but check visa or stamp |
30 days in total |
Study must be incidental to visit Course must be either
This study cannot take place at a state-funded school or academy. |
Marriage visitors |
6 months |
30 days in total |
Same as for Standard visitors |
Paid Permitted Engagement visitors |
1 month |
30 days in total |
Same as for Standard visitors |
Transit visitors |
48 hours |
No study allowed |
Not applicable |