UK Student and Tourist Visa Fees increase from 4 October 2023
- Team UK
- Oct 9, 2023
- 1 min read
UK Visit and Student Visas become more expensive from 4 October 2023. The UK Home office has informed that the changes mean the cost for a Visit Visa for less than six months will rise to £ 115 and the fee for applying for a Student Visa from outside the UK will rise to £ 490.
The Home Office indicated a 15% increase in the cost of most work and visit visas, and an increase of at least 20% in the cost of priority visas, study visas and certificates of sponsorship.
For the official information, please visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/new-visa-fees-set-to-come-into-effect-next-month
The British Government has announced that a UK Visit Visa for under six months will cost £ 15 more and UK Student Visas will be £ 127 more expensive for travellers from around the world, including Indians.
The UK Home office has informed that the changes mean the cost for a UK Visit Visa for less than six months will rise to £ 115 and the fee for applying for a UK Student Visa from outside the UK will rise to £ 490 – to equal the amount charged for in-country applications.
The Home Office indicated a 15% increase in the cost of most work and visit visas, and an increase of at least 20% in the cost of priority visas, study visas and certificates of sponsorship.
Additionally, priority visa service for overseas non-settlement visa applications will be charged £ 500 versus the previous fee of £ 250.
Dependant visa fees also will likely be affected similarly.
The UK student and tourist visa fees increased from 4 October 2023, affecting the overall cost of planning study or travel to the United Kingdom. Higher visa fees mean students should budget carefully and explore scholarship or financial planning options early in their application process. While these cost changes are specific to the UK, it’s worth noting that investing in quality education and skill development can significantly impact your long-term career. Strong academic grounding and global experience are traits employers value — something you see reflected in competitive outcomes such as Massachusetts Institute of Technology placements, where graduates often secure top-level roles worldwide.