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Student Visa Applications

Student Visa Applications

If you want to study at one of our centres in the UK or Canada, you may need to apply for a visa. We will provide you with all the support you need if you require a visa.

  • Our UK Centres are licensed by UKVI to issue documents to assist your application.
  • As a member of Languages Canada, St Giles Vancouver is able to provide documents to support your Canadian visa application.

Students from EU, EEA and Switzerland

The UK introduced the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) on April 2, 2025. Most non-visa nationals—including from the EU, EEA, and Switzerland (except Irish citizens)—now need an ETA to visit the UK for tourism, business, or study for up to six months.
Apply

via the UK ETA app or GOV.UK.

Valid for

2 years or until your passport expires.

Cost: £16.
Watch the video on how to apply

by clicking here.

If you plan to study for more than 6 months, you need to apply for a Short-Term Student Visa. More information here.

For Visa Nationals

If you are coming to study in the UK and are a visa national, you will need to apply for a student visa. There are three main types of student visas available:
Standard Visitor Visa (for courses up to 6 months) - For children and adults undertaking short courses including English language.


Short-Term Student Visa (for courses up to 11 months) - For adults (plus students aged 16 and 17) undertaking English language courses for up to 11 months. 


You can find out more about these visas on the UK Gov website.

Canadian Student Visas

IRCC advises international students to review entry requirements and apply early for a study permit to ensure a smooth arrival in Canada.


As a Languages Canada member, St Giles Vancouver can issue visa support documents in line with Canadian Immigration standards. A Guide to Canadian Visas is available to help prospective students.

Students must actively engage in their studies and maintain at least 80% attendance to receive attendance certificates, as required by visa regulations.

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