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Jersey visas

Jersey student visa

There are separate Short-term study, Student and Child Student visas. Some visa-free visitors may also study as student visitors.

Ways to get a Jersey student visa

  1. Short-term study visa

    Visa needed

    People using the Short-term study visa route. Detailed eligibility is not given.

    Processing
    Most visa applications are decided within 3 weeks.

  2. Student visa

    Visa needed

    People using the Student visa route. Detailed eligibility is not given.

    Processing
    Most visa applications are decided within 3 weeks.

  3. Child Student visa

    Visa needed

    Children using the Child Student visa route. Detailed eligibility is not given.

    Processing
    Most visa applications are decided within 3 weeks.

  4. Study as a visa-free visitor

    No visa needed

    Non-visa nationals permitted to study as student visitors.

    Stay
    Within visitor permission of up to 6 months.

Who needs it

Travellers whose study requires a study visa must use the relevant study route.

Who doesn't

Non-visa nationals may study as student visitors within their visitor permission.

Good to know

  • The Student visa route replaced the Tier 4 route in October 2020.
  • Course limits, study visa fees and stay lengths are not given.

Questions

Do I need a student visa for Jersey?

Travellers whose study requires a study visa must use the relevant study route. Non-visa nationals may study as student visitors within their visitor permission.

What are the ways to get a student visa for Jersey?

There are 4 options: Short-term study visa (a visa from an embassy); Student visa (a visa from an embassy); Child Student visa (a visa from an embassy); Study as a visa-free visitor (no visa at all).

Who can go to Jersey without a student visa?

Non-visa nationals permitted to study as student visitors.

How long does a Jersey student visa take?

Most visa applications are decided within 3 weeks.

Does my passport change whether I need a student visa for Jersey?

Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the Jersey visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.

Can a student visa for Jersey be refused?

Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.

Where do I check the latest Jersey student visa rules?

On Jersey's official immigration or foreign ministry website, or at its embassy. Rules change, so check close to your trip.

Can I change my student visa once I am in Jersey?

Often you cannot switch visa type inside the country. Ask the immigration office before you travel if you might need to.

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