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Immigration FAQs (Frequently asked questions)

Section 2: I'm thinking about applying to Warwick, or have applied to Warwick, what do I need to do? (new students):

There is a lot to think about when preparing for your study in the UK.


Please refer to our New Student FAQ page, our which should answer most of your Immigration queries:


New student FAQs (warwick.ac.uk)Link opens in a new window

Section 3: I am a currently enrolled student and I have a query, what do I need to do? (current students):

Please refer to our current Student FAQ page, our which should answer most of your immigration queries:


Current student FAQs (warwick.ac.uk)Link opens in a new window

Section 4: I have graduated in the last 6 months, is there anything I should know or do?:

Your Student Visa should be valid to the date listed on your BRP or Digital Status.


You must switch Immigration Categories, if you are eligible to do so, by your Student Visa expiry Date.


If you are unable to switch categories by your Student Visa expiry date, you must ensure that you leave the UK by your Student Visa Expiry Date.


Please also see the guidance on the following links:


Working during studies (warwick.ac.uk)Link opens in a new window


Certificate of Status Letter (warwick.ac.uk)Link opens in a new window


Continuing Students and Recent Graduates Re-Entering the UK (warwick.ac.uk)Link opens in a new window


Graduation Ceremony Portal (warwick.ac.uk)Link opens in a new window


Warwick - Immigration - Student - Graduate Route Work VisaLink opens in a new window

Section 5: Who should I contact in case of an emergency while the University is closed?:

University Security Services are open 24 hours a day and can be contacted on:


024 7652 2083


In the event that you require urgent immigration advice over the holiday period, you may wish to contact Central England Law Centre - Coventry via the following details:


Website: Central England Law Centre - CoventryLink opens in a new window


Telephone: 024 7622 3053


Please be aware that the centre may be closed for a short period over the Christmas period.


You may also find the guidance from the UK Council for International Students Affairs useful:


UKCISA - Our ServicesLink opens in a new window.

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