What are the documents required in the visa process for Indian students at UCL (University College London), UK?

<p data-start="0" data-end="176">For Indian students applying for a visa to study at University College London (UCL), UK, the following documents are generally required as part of the visa application process:</p><h3 data-start="178" data-end="233">1. <strong data-start="185" data-end="233">Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS)</strong></h3><ul data-start="237" data-end="401"><li data-start="237" data-end="398"><p data-start="239" data-end="398">Once you've received an offer from UCL and accepted it, UCL will issue you a CAS number, which is a unique reference number required for your visa application.</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="402" data-end="421">2. <strong data-start="409" data-end="421">Passport</strong></h3><ul data-start="425" data-end="560"><li data-start="425" data-end="560"><p data-start="427" data-end="560">A valid passport (with at least 6 months validity remaining) is required. The passport should have a blank page for the visa sticker.</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="562" data-end="587">3. <strong data-start="569" data-end="587">Proof of Funds</strong></h3><ul data-start="591" data-end="983"><li data-start="591" data-end="890"><p data-start="593" data-end="734">You need to demonstrate that you have enough money to cover your tuition fees and living expenses while studying in the UK. This can include:</p><ul data-start="740" data-end="890"><li data-start="740" data-end="789"><p data-start="742" data-end="789">Bank statements (usually for the past 28 days).</p></li><li data-start="795" data-end="847"><p data-start="797" data-end="847">A bank letter or other proof of financial support.</p></li><li data-start="853" data-end="890"><p data-start="855" data-end="890">Sponsorship letters, if applicable.</p></li></ul></li><li data-start="894" data-end="983"><p data-start="896" data-end="983">The exact amount required depends on the location of your course and your tuition fees.</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="985" data-end="1033">4. <strong data-start="992" data-end="1033">Proof of English Language Proficiency</strong></h3><ul data-start="1037" data-end="1275"><li data-start="1037" data-end="1275"><p data-start="1039" data-end="1275">You must provide proof of your English language proficiency, typically through a recognized test like IELTS, TOEFL, or other equivalent qualifications. This proof is necessary unless you are exempt based on your previous qualifications.</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="1277" data-end="1299">5. <strong data-start="1284" data-end="1299">Photographs</strong></h3><ul data-start="1303" data-end="1413"><li data-start="1303" data-end="1413"><p data-start="1305" data-end="1413">Passport-sized photographs in the required format (check with the UK government website for specifications).</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="1415" data-end="1463">6. <strong data-start="1422" data-end="1463">Academic Certificates and Transcripts</strong></h3><ul data-start="1467" data-end="1674"><li data-start="1467" data-end="1674"><p data-start="1469" data-end="1674">A copy of your academic transcripts and certificates from your previous studies (e.g., high school or university degree). These should show the qualifications you're using to meet UCL's entry requirements.</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="1676" data-end="1717">7. <strong data-start="1683" data-end="1717">Tuberculosis (TB) Test Results</strong></h3><ul data-start="1721" data-end="1899"><li data-start="1721" data-end="1899"><p data-start="1723" data-end="1899">Indian nationals applying for a UK visa must provide a TB test result if you are applying for a visa for more than 6 months. The test must be carried out at an approved clinic.</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="1901" data-end="1932">8. <strong data-start="1908" data-end="1932">Visa Application Fee</strong></h3><ul data-start="1936" data-end="2105"><li data-start="1936" data-end="2105"><p data-start="1938" data-end="2105">You will need to pay the visa application fee. The exact fee depends on the type of visa you are applying for (Student Visa under the Tier 4 or the new Student route).</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="2107" data-end="2160">9. <strong data-start="2114" data-end="2160">Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) Payment</strong></h3><ul data-start="2164" data-end="2322"><li data-start="2164" data-end="2322"><p data-start="2166" data-end="2322">You must pay the Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) as part of your visa application, which will allow you access to the UK's National Health Service (NHS).</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="2324" data-end="2369">10. <strong data-start="2332" data-end="2369">Previous UK Visas (if applicable)</strong></h3><ul data-start="2373" data-end="2491"><li data-start="2373" data-end="2491"><p data-start="2375" data-end="2491">If you have previously studied or stayed in the UK, you may need to provide documentation of your previous UK visas.</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="2493" data-end="2567">11. <strong data-start="2501" data-end="2567">Academic References or Personal Statement (if required by UCL)</strong></h3><ul data-start="2571" data-end="2758"><li data-start="2571" data-end="2758"><p data-start="2573" data-end="2758">Some programs may require additional documents like a personal statement or academic references, though these are typically more relevant to the admissions process rather than the visa.</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="2760" data-end="2811">12. <strong data-start="2768" data-end="2811">Parent/Guardian Consent (if applicable)</strong></h3><ul data-start="2815" data-end="2936"><li data-start="2815" data-end="2936"><p data-start="2817" data-end="2936">If you're under 18 years old, you may need parental consent and documents proving they can support your stay in the UK.</p></li></ul>

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