UK Student Visa Regulations Update

The UK Home Office established new immigration guidelines on October 8, 2026, detailing age requirements for foreigners studying without a student visa. The rules vary based on age, course length, and type of study, affecting those aged 4 to 17 and those 16 and older.

The UK Home Office issued guidance on October 8, 2026, detailing courses foreigners can study without a student visa under the Erasmus+ programme. It outlines immigration routes, emphasizing the Standard Visitor permission for short-term studies and activities.

The UK Home Office has announced that certain foreign students can enter the UK for study without a full Student visa. This applies to courses under six months and Erasmus+ youth projects, allowing them to enter as Standard Visitors.