UK Raises the Minimum Financial Requirements for Student Visas in 2025

The United Kingdom has raised the minimum monthly financial requirements for international students to INR 1.63 lakh for London and 1.25 lakh for other regions in UK. The current financial requirements stand at INR 1.4 Lakhs and 1.12 Lakhs respectively. This change is supposed to take place from January 2, 2025. The revision has been done in such a manner that international students can afford their stay in the UK while studying. Students applying for a UK student visa in 2025 would be required to provide new proof of funds.

Updated Financial Requirements

The increasing cost of living in the UK is taken into account in the newly increased financial provision for international students.

• For students in London, proof of at least £1,483 (approximately ₹1.63 lakh) per month is required, which totals around £13,348 (₹14.7 lakh) for a nine-month course.
• Students studying outside London will need to show a slightly lower amount of £1,136 (₹1.25 lakh) per month, bringing the total requirement to £10,224 (₹11.2 lakh) for a nine-month period.

Any other proof such as any form of scholarship, sponsorship, or even student loan should also accompany the application

Note: Ensure that the funds in your bank have been held for at least 28 consecutive days before visa application submission.

With the updated financial requirements, students can explore scholarships like Chevening and Inlaks scholarships and part-time work options to manage their cost. Though these changes seem challenging, United Kingdom’s Graduate Visa route remains a strong incentive for Indian students pursue their studies in UK. The visa will open the door of up-to two-year employment in the UK for the international graduate post-completion of their study.