Student Visa for Nigeria citizens
Last verified: August 31, 2026
Overview
Requires a CAS from a licensed student sponsor, English proficiency, and maintenance funds held 28 consecutive days: £1,529/month in London or £1,171/month elsewhere (9 months) plus unpaid first-year tuition. Fee £558 plus £776/year health surcharge. Credibility interviews are common for Nigerian applicants, and most taught-course students cannot bring dependants.
Requirements
| Minimum annual income | No requirement |
| Minimum savings | $17,500 |
| Job offer required | No |
| Degree required | No |
| Family can join | No |
| Path to permanent residency | No |
Processing time & costs
Typical processing takes 3–10 weeks after applying. The government fee is approximately $710. Difficulty: 3/5.
Documents you'll need
- Unconditional offer & CAS from your university
- Maintenance funds held for 28 days
- English language evidence
- TB test at a Home Office approved clinic
- Apply online, pay £558 fee + IHS
- Biometrics & possible credibility interview
- Decision & eVisa
- Travel & enrol
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