Studying in London or other UK cities is exciting for Pakistanis, but due to top-tier education, diverse culture, and global exposure. Before you apply for UK Visa, students need to understand financial documentation required for student visa.
To get a UK student visa, candidates must show the required funds to pay for fees and to cover living expenses. This includes proving the ability to pay for the first year of tuition and maintaining sufficient funds for at least nine months of living costs.
For your better understanding, you need to show your financial status by bank approved by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). Pakistan Observer brings you list of UKVI-recognized banks for yout visa application.
UK Visas and Immigration approved Pakistani Banks
| Bank Name | ||||
| Al-Baraka Islamic Banking BSC (EC) | Khushhali Bank | National Bank of Pakistan | The Bank of Punjab | |
| Allied Bank Limited | Mashreq Bank PSC | National Investment Trust Limited (NIT) | The First Micro Finance Bank Ltd | |
| American Express Bank Limited | Meezan Bank | Trust Bank | ||
| Askari Bank Limited | Muslim Commercial Bank (MCB) | United Bank Limited | ||
| Bank Al-Falah | National Bank of Pakistan | Zarai Taraqiati Bank Limited (ZTBL) | ||
| Bank Al-Habib | National Savings Gujranwala | |||
| Bank of Ceylon | National Savings Islamabad | |||
| Bank of Khyber | National Savings Lahore | |||
| Bank of Tokyo Mitsubishi Limited | National Savings Peshawar | |||
| Barclays | National Savings Sukkur | Oman International Bank SOAG | ||
| Burj Bank | Pak Kuwait Investment Company (Pvt) Limited | Pak Libya Holding Company (Pvt) Limited | ||
| Citibank | Pak Oman Investment Company (PVT) Limited | Pakistan Industrial Credit & Investment Corporation Ltd | ||
| Credit Agricole Indosuez (The Global French Bank) | Punjab Provincial Corporative Bank (PPCB) | Rupali Bank Limited | ||
| Deutsche Bank AG | Samba Bank Limited | Saudi Pak Industrial & Agricultural Investment Company (Pvt) Limited | ||
| Doha Bank | Silk Bank Limited | Sindh Bank | ||
| Dubai Islamic Bank | SME Bank | Soneri Bank | ||
| Faysal Bank | Standard Chartered Bank | Summit Bank | ||
| First Women Bank | The Bank of Azad Jammu & Kashmir (Bank of AJK) | |||
Students should also consider opening bank accounts that offer student-specific services, such as fee reductions and favorable currency exchange rates. It’s essential to keep the required funds in the account for a consecutive 28 days prior to the visa application.
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UK Student Visa for Pakistani Students
| Visa Types | Description |
|---|---|
| Tier 4 (General) Student Visa | For higher education in including undergraduate and postgraduate programs. |
| Tier 4 (Child) Student Visa | For children aged 4 to 17 |
UK Student VISA Fee for Pakistanis 2024
| Visa Types | Fee |
|---|---|
| Short-term Study Visa | £350 |
| Long-term Study Visa | £650 |
| Tier 4 (General) Visa Fee | £350 |
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