We are aware that independent schools often receive enquiries from prospective overseas students seeking to study at their school on a short-term basis under the visitor visa route. In some instances, this may be possible provided the visit falls within the strict parameters of the visitor visa route i.e., it meets the requirements of either an educational exchange or a course of study that lasts less than 6 months. Failure to comply with the requirements and conditions of the visitor visa route can result in an individual being penalised by the UKVI and potentially impact the organisation.

This guidance document outlines the activities that child visitors are permitted to undertake whilst in the UK, and activities that are not permitted. It also includes worked examples for an independent school to follow when considering if the visitor visa rules are satisfied as well as a template letter to a prospective student outlining the legal requirements (which can also be presented to an entry clearance officer if requested). Please do contact our Head of Immigration, Julie Moktadir (juliemoktadir@stoneking.co.uk) should you have any queries in relation to this training package.

This package is £300 (including VAT) per organisation. Each purchase will be able to add maximum of 5 users at checkout