Moving to the UK

As an international student planning on moving to the UK for your studies, you’ll want to make sure you arrive in the UK successfully with all you need. You can find out all about applying for visas, living and working in the UK, and bringing your belongings in the sections below.

Visas

Some international students will need a visa in order to study at the University under the UK immigration system. Find out whether you will require a visa here.

Information about Student visas

Students who usually live outside the UK are likely to need a Student visa to study at St Andrews. Check whether you will need a Student visa.

Electronic Travel Authorisation - ETA

An Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) is a new requirement for people who do not need a visa to come to the UK.

Living in the UK

Moving to a new country doesn’t have to be a daunting process – find out key information about living in the UK.

Working in the UK

Find out if you will be able to work in the UK during your studies, as well as what opportunities for employment exist beyond your studies.

Bringing your belongings

Find out what to pack and what you’d be better off leaving behind.

Immigration Healthcare Surcharge

The immigration healthcare surcharge is a fee international students must pay if they are coming to the UK for more than six months.