At Study Connect International, we have put our passion in helping overseas students reach their goal of studying abroad. We aim to provide aspiring international students a solid support system in this exciting but overwhelming journey. We have organized ourselves to professionally deliver efficient and excellent services. Read on to know more!
The Home Office has recently released an important update for citizens outside the European Economic Area (EEA) applying for a UK visa.
Non-EEA citizens applying for a non-visitor visa (those with intentions to work, study or join their family in the UK) for a duration exceeding 6 months, will now be required to pay a health surcharge. Applicants who are currently in the UK applying for an extension of their stay are also required to pay the said additional fee. This new rule will take effect on April 6, 2015.
There are exemptions such as Australian and New Zealand nationals, and Tier 2 skilled workers under the Intra-company transfers category who are workers of a multi-national company and are to be assigned in its UK office for a skilled job. These types of applicants will be given a reference number as proof of their exemption, which is to be used in their visa application. (more…)
Studying abroad is a wonderfully thrilling adventure and is a great opportunity but not without it’s challenges. You’ll experience all sorts of interesting, funny, small, strange challenges. It’s important to know that it’s common and part of the adjustment process.
To help you, we’ve listed 5 common concerns international students, like you have…
No need to worry you’ll definitely make friends! (more…)
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