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UK Student Visa Lawyer in Bedford: Advice for Students, Schools and Parents
Starting a degree in Bedford, extending for a new course or sending your child to a UK boarding school? Basharat Hussain, an IAA regulated Immigration Lawyer at 93 Ford End Road, Bedford, checks your CAS, funds and documents so a small mistake does not cost you your place.
Student, Child Student and short-term study applications on fixed fees from £250, with appointments in Bedford, by phone or by video.
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Quick answer: what do you need for a UK student visa?
To get a UK student visa you need an unconditional offer and a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) from a licensed student sponsor, enough money for your course fees and living costs held for 28 days, and English at the required level. Outside London, including Bedford, living costs are £1,171 a month for up to 9 months. Most students cannot bring family members, and degree-level students can usually work 20 hours a week in term time.
Student visa requirements at a glance
| Offer and CAS | From a university, college or school with a student sponsor licence |
|---|---|
| Living costs (outside London) | £1,171 a month for up to 9 months, so up to £10,539 |
| Living costs (London) | £1,529 a month for up to 9 months, so up to £13,761 |
| Course fees | Unpaid first-year fees shown on your CAS |
| How long funds are held | 28 consecutive days, ending within 31 days of applying |
| English | B2 for degree level (often assessed by the university); B1 below degree level |
| When to apply | Up to 6 months before the course starts from outside the UK, 3 months from inside |
Written and reviewed by Basharat Hussain, IAA regulated Immigration Lawyer (Ref F201800051). Rules checked October 2026 against GOV.UK.
Proving your money: the 28-day rule
Most student visa refusals we see come down to money, not the course. The Home Office checks the balance on every day of the 28-day period, not just on the last day, and it must be in an account you can use. Source: GOV.UK student visa money.
- The balance never drops below the required amount on any day of the 28 days.
- The statement ends no more than 31 days before you apply.
- Money in a parent’s account needs their consent letter and your birth certificate.
- Loans and official financial sponsorship need letters in the exact format the rules ask for.
Why an accountant checks student funds
Basharat is also an accountant, so he reads bank statements the way a caseworker does. Before you apply he checks:
- The lowest daily balance across all 28 days, not just the closing figure
- Currency conversion at the rate the Home Office uses on the day you apply
- Large recent deposits and where they came from
- Deposits already paid to the university, so they are deducted correctly
English language and ATAS
Universities can usually assess your English themselves for degree-level courses, and they confirm it on your CAS. For courses below degree level you normally need an approved Secure English Language Test. Some science, engineering and technology courses at postgraduate level also need an ATAS certificate before you apply, which can take several weeks. Sources: GOV.UK English requirement and GOV.UK ATAS.
Family members and working while you study
Since January 2024, most students cannot bring a partner or children. The exceptions are postgraduate research students, such as PhD students, and government-sponsored students on courses longer than 6 months. While studying at degree level you can usually work up to 20 hours a week in term time and full time in official vacations, but you cannot be self-employed. Sources: GOV.UK family members and GOV.UK what you can do.
Studying in and around Bedford
Students in our area attend the University of Bedfordshire’s Bedford campus, Cranfield University a short drive away, and further education colleges in the town. Bedford is also known for its independent schools, several of which take international boarders. Because Bedford is outside London, the lower monthly living cost figure applies to these courses, which makes a real difference to how much you need to show.
Child Student visa for independent schools
Children aged 4 to 17 can study at a fee-paying independent school on a Child Student visa. The school issues the CAS, and parents must show they can pay the fees and living costs. Children aged 16 or 17 can apply with a parent’s consent, and suitable care and travel arrangements must be in place for under-18s. Source: GOV.UK Child Student visa.
Short-term study for English courses
If you want to study English for 6 to 11 months, the short-term study route may suit you better. It does not need a CAS, but you cannot work, extend or bring family. Shorter courses of up to 6 months can usually be done as a visitor. Source: GOV.UK short-term study visa.
After your course: Graduate visa and beyond
When you finish a degree, you can usually stay on the Graduate visa and work without a sponsor, then move into a sponsored role through our work visa service. Source: GOV.UK Graduate visa.
Documents for a student visa
| Evidence | Examples |
|---|---|
| Study | CAS number, qualifications listed on the CAS, ATAS certificate if required |
| Money | Bank statements, parent’s consent letter, loan or sponsor letters |
| Identity | Valid passport and, if you are under 18, parental consent |
| Health | TB test certificate if you live in a listed country (check here) |
| Translations | Certified translations of any document not in English or Welsh |
You also pay the visa fee and the Immigration Health Surcharge for each year of your visa. Check the current amounts on GOV.UK fees and the health surcharge calculator.
Study routes
The right visa for your studies
From a primary pupil at boarding school to a PhD researcher, each type of study has its own route.
Student visa
For courses at a university or college with a licensed student sponsor, from foundation to PhD.
RequirementsChild Student visa
For pupils aged 4 to 17 at an independent school, such as the boarding schools in Bedford.
Child StudentShort-term study
English language courses of 6 to 11 months, without a CAS or the right to work.
Short-term studyAfter graduation
Stay and work on the Graduate visa, then move to a sponsored job on a work visa.
Graduate visaStudent visa packages
Fixed-fee student visa packages
Three levels of help for new students, extensions and Child Student applications, each delivered by Basharat Hussain. From £250, with the price fixed in writing before we start.
How payment works:1. Pay just £50 today2. We study your case & confirm your fee in writing3. Pay the package fee later & we start
Silver package
Expert Check
Starts from£250
Today you pay only £50. The package fee is paid later, after we study your case and confirm it in writing.
Best for you if… Your case is simple and you are happy to prepare and submit the application yourself. You just want an expert to check it first.
- One-to-one consultation (office, phone or video)
- Your case and documents reviewed by an IAA-regulated immigration lawyer
- CAS, funds and 28-day bank statement checks
- Every weak point identified, with clear advice on how to fix it
- Personal document checklist for your route
- Email support throughout your review
You prepare and submit the application yourself. Re-check after corrections is included in Gold.
Select SilverGold package
Full Review & Re-check
Starts from£400
Today you pay only £50. The package fee is paid later, after we study your case and confirm it in writing.
Best for you if… You want it right first time. You make the corrections and we re-check everything before you submit.
- Everything in Silver
- Line-by-line review of your form and every document
- We re-check your application after you make corrections
- Email support plus phone support when you need it
Submit with confidence, knowing an expert has checked it twice.
Select Gold
Most popular
Platinum package
Complete Peace of Mind
Starts from£600
Today you pay only £50. The package fee is paid later, after we study your case and confirm it in writing.
Best for you if… You have a previous refusal or a complex history, or you simply want us to handle everything for you.
- Everything in Gold
- We prepare every part of your application for you
- We upload your documents and submit on your behalf
- Unlimited support by phone, WhatsApp and email until the decision
Smooth, stress-free and fully managed. Our most popular choice.
Select PlatinumGet started for just £50
A £50 working fee gets your case moving today. We study your case, review your documents and recommend the right package for you. Your package fee is then confirmed in writing, with no surprises and no obligation to continue.
- ✓ Just £50 to get started
- ✓ Expert case study first
- ✓ Clear fee in writing
Note: Package prices are starting fees. Every case is different, so your final fee is confirmed in writing once we have assessed your case. Home Office fees and the Immigration Health Surcharge are paid separately.
Silver suits…
Students with a CAS and clear bank statements who want peace of mind before they apply.
Gold suits…
Students using a parent’s account, a loan or a sponsor, where the funds evidence needs care.
Platinum suits…
Previous refusals, Child Student applications, or anyone facing a credibility interview.
Dependants and extensions: where your family can come with you, each dependant is £200. Extending your student visa in the UK for a new course uses the same packages.
Not included: the Home Office visa fee, the Immigration Health Surcharge, English test, ATAS and TB test costs, and translations. If a refusal needs a court challenge, we will tell you and refer you to a solicitor or barrister.
How we help
From CAS to campus
Basharat Hussain checks every part of your student application, so you can focus on getting ready for your course.
1
Check your CAS
We compare your CAS with your passport, qualifications and fee payments, because mismatches are a common refusal reason.
2
Prove the funds
Basharat checks that your bank statements or sponsor letters show the right amount, held for 28 days, in an acceptable format.
3
Prepare for questions
If a credibility interview is likely, we practise clear answers about your course, university and plans.
4
Plan what comes next
From extending for a new course to the Graduate and Skilled Worker routes, we map your options before your visa ends.
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FAQ
Student visa questions
Need help with your own CAS or funds? Call 01234 962804, Monday to Friday, or on Saturdays by appointment.
Bedford is outside London, so you need £1,171 a month for living costs for up to 9 months, which is £10,539, plus any tuition fees for your first year that you have not yet paid. The money must stay in your account for 28 days in a row, ending within 31 days of your application.
Only in limited cases. Since January 2024, most students cannot bring a partner or children. You can usually bring dependants if you are studying a postgraduate research course such as a PhD, or if you are a government-sponsored student on a course longer than 6 months.
If you study at degree level or above with a university, you can usually work up to 20 hours a week during term time and full time in official vacations. Below degree level the limit is normally 10 hours a week. Self-employment and some roles are not allowed.
You can apply once your university has told the Home Office that you have successfully completed your course, and while your student visa is still valid. You must apply from inside the UK. Our Graduate visa page explains the timing in more detail.
If you study at degree level with a university, the university can usually assess your English itself, and you need at least B2. For courses below degree level you normally need a Secure English Language Test at B1 from an approved provider.
Some applicants are invited to a short interview with the Home Office to check that they are a genuine student. You may be asked why you chose the course and the university, how you will pay for it and what you plan to do afterwards. We help you prepare clear, honest answers.
Often yes, if the new course is at a higher level, or at the same level with a clear link to your career, and you have a new CAS. Time limits apply to how long you can spend studying at each level, so we check your study history first.
Yes. Many refusals are about money held for less than 28 days or documents that did not match the CAS, which can be fixed in a new application. We read the refusal with you and tell you whether to reapply or seek an administrative review, and refer you on if a court challenge is needed.
Answers reviewed by Basharat Hussain, IAA regulated Immigration Lawyer. Last reviewed: October 2026. Check current student visa processing times on GOV.UK.
Contact
Speak to a student visa lawyer in Bedford
Tell us your course, your university or school and how you will pay for it. We will check your CAS and funds, and explain exactly what to upload before you apply.
- 93 Ford End Road, Bedford MK40 4JT
- 01234 962804
- info@immigrationinn.co.uk
- Monday to Friday, 10:00 to 18:00, and on Saturdays by appointment
We help students and families in Bedford, Luton, Milton Keynes, Northampton and Cambridge, and by video for students applying from abroad.
