Complying with Visa and University Requirements

As an international student, you have either been sponsored or invited by the UEA to come and study in the UK. Studying is the main purpose of your visit to the UK and you should make sure your studies are your primary focus. Throughout your time at UEA you are expected to comply with the requirements of your visa and the expectations of the university, and to support the UEA in fulfilling its Student Sponsor duties. As UEA is the Sponsor of your Student visa, we are required to report any breaches of these conditions to UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI).

You are expected to:

• Attend all teaching events and academic commitments (including lectures, seminars, labs etc.)

• Report and request any absences via e:Vision

• Present your visa (or share code) and passport documents at your Right to Study check as part of registration in good time.

• Attend all visa checking appointments that you are invited to. These are mandatory checks of your documentation and form part of your engagement with the University

• Comply with the working hours condition of your immigration permission

• Not engage in any business activities or self-employment

• Not attempt to apply for ‘public funds’, including welfare and local authority housing benefits

• Keep your personal details up to date with UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI)

• Leave the UK or apply to extend/switch your immigration permission before your current visa expires.

• Comply with the General Regulations for Students (see link below), including rules and regulations covering:

  • Your behaviour

  • Engagement with your studies

  • Paying your fees

  • Letting us know about any criminal investigation you are part of, especially if you are arrested

  • Keeping your personal details up to date throughout your time at UEA

  • Registering with a GP (Doctor), we recommend the University Medical Centre

  • Getting TB screening if needed

If you don’t meet the requirements of your visa you may have to interrupt your studies or withdraw from your course. If this happens your visa will be curtailed (cancelled) and you will have to return home.

If you are having difficulties meeting any of these requirements, please contact Student Life International urgently.

For further information, see Student Route Guidance on GOV.UK.