International

Where can I find immigration information?

We provide support and guidance to our current international students in matters relating to immigration. More information can be found on our International Students website or from the UK Home Office Immigration and Nationality Directorate website.

Do I need a visa?

As a general rule, if you come from outside of the European Economic Area (EEA) you must meet the following criteria before coming to the UK as a student:

• You must hold a formal offer of a place on your chosen course at the University of Southampton
• You must be able to prove that you have the necessary funds to support yourself and pay your tuition fees for the full duration of your studies without recourse to public funds or work. If you are coming with your spouse or dependents you must be also have enough funds to support them too
• You must be entering the UK to undertake a full time course (unless you are the dependent of a full-time student)
• It must be your intention to leave the UK once your studies have finished
• It must not be your intention to work in the UK except for temporary part-time and vacation work

More information can be found our International Students website.