From 30 July 2012, the UKBA’s entry clearance officers can require Tier 4 (General) student applicants to attend interviews or to conduct interviews by telephone in order to assess whether they are genuine students.
UKBA may ask you to attend an interview before your visa is granted. The officer is likely to ask you about:
Students will need to be able to demonstrate the above using the required level of English.
UKBA may ask you to attend an interview before your visa is granted. The officer is likely to ask you about:
- Any previous visa applications for the UK and other countries, including the purpose for your visit;
- The amount of time you have previously spent in the UK;
- Your education history – including when you last studied and why your UEA course is relevant to your future plans;
- Your knowledge of UEA, your course and your living arrangements in the UK.
- Your personal and financial circumstances (including whether you can support yourself during your studies).
Students will need to be able to demonstrate the above using the required level of English.
