Study at Cardiff | International

How much money do I need to show for my student visa?

You need to show that you have enough money for your:

1. Tuition fees for your first period of study. The amount you need to show will be in your CAS email.
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2. Living expenses. If you are coming to the UK for 9 months or more (all undergraduate and postgraduate students) you must show £7,200.

If you are coming for less than 9 months, you will need to show that you have £800 per month. Part months are "rounded up" to the next month (for example, if your course lasts 1 month and 5 days, it is treated as 2 calendar months).

Bringing dependants

If you are bringing any dependants to the UK you will also need to show you have £450 per month for each dependant that you bring with you (for up to a maximum of 9 months). The Student Support Centre has more advice and guidance on the dependants’ visa process.

Also see:

• How do I prove I have enough money for my student visa?
• How long must the money have been in my account?

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