Information and guidance on which type of VISA will be required for the Enhancement Programme.

Do I need Immigration permission to study at the Ansal University Enhancement Programme?

To check whether or not you need immigration permission to study at our Enhancement Programme please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website as immigration (visa) regulations change very often. Even if you think you may not need immigration permission, we strongly advise you to look through Warwick’s Immigration Service for information and advice.

What type of immigration permission do I need?

Almost all of our students for the Enhancement Programme apply for a Short Term Student visa as this is the most appropriate. You will need a visa invitation letter from us to support your application and to prove your acceptance on the Enhancement Programme.

You should apply to the Ansal University Enhancement Programme as early as possible as the visa process can often take time. In some cases you may want to apply for a different visa depeneding on your circumstances i.e. teachers. If you think you may need a different visa - get in touch.

If you already have a visa that is valid until after the programme finishes, you may be able to use this to attend the Enhancement Programme. We recommend you also get in touch to discuss your visa arrangements.

Will I receive a visa invitation letter?

Yes. Once you have received an offer and completed the online registration form and paid for your Enhancement Programme course (tuition fees), we will provide you with a Enhancement Programme visa support letter that can be used for your visa application. We will send this automatically. We will ask you to choose your accommodation option when paying for tuition fees, but you should not pay for your accommodation until you have your immigration permission. We advise you wait until you receive your visa before paying for your accommodation just in case you receive visa refusal as the accommodation team are unable to offer refunds.

To ensure that you receive your immigration permission in time for the Enhancement Programme we recommend that you pay for your Enhancement Programme tuition fees as early as possible to prevent any delays in the visa application process.

Where do I apply?

This depends on your nationality. If you are a 'visa national', you must apply outside the UK to enter as a Short-term Student. Visa nationals always need a visa prior to entering the UK. You can check if you are a visa national on the gov.uk website.

If once you have completed the form and it says, "You won’t need a visa to come to the UK. However, you should bring documents with you to show at the border", you are a 'non-visa national'. This means that you can choose to apply at the embassy in your own country for permission before you leave, or alternatively you can bring all your documents and apply at the border when you arrive in the UK. If you apply at the airport, there is no charge.

Please see Warwick's Immigration Service for details on where to apply. You will need to register an account before applying in order to apply for the correct visa. If you are ever asked for a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) number - you are most likely applying for the incorrect visa. A CAS number is only issued to full time students who need a tier 4 visa.

What documents do I need to submit?

In addition to the invitation letter from Warwick you need to show:

• your visit will not last longer than 6 months (unless you are applying for the extended English language Student Visitor visa)
• you intend to leave the UK at the end of your student visit
• you do not intend to work
• you have enough money to support yourself while in the UK
• you can pay for your return journey home (you can show a return ticket)

More detailed information can be found at Warwick's Immigration Service website. We strongly recommend you read these pages thoroughly before applying for your visa to eliminate any chance of visa refusal.

How long will it take for my visa invitation letter to arrive?

Depending on where you live, your visa letter can take up to 2 weeks to arrive. Letters are sent out via DHL recorded delivery.

What if my visa is refused?

If your visa is refused, you should reapply making sure you acknowledge the given reasons for refusal to eliminate the chance of receiveing refusal on your second attempt. This must be done at least 6 weeks before the start of the programme (see terms and conditions). If you receive refusal after your second attempt, we will refund your tuition fees minus a £50 administration charge.

If you receive a visa refusal you may wish to contact Warwick’s Immigration Service who can give you advice on how to proceed.

Please also see our terms and conditions.