If you wish to apply for an entry clearance you should fill in form LM2A (and related forms if applicable) which you can get free of charge from the nearest British Mission offering a Visa service. Your application form may be submitted by hand or by post together with:

• Your passport

• Two recent passport-sized photographs

• The Visa fee which is non-refundable

• Any relevant diplomas or educational certificates which you hold

• A letter from the University or college confirming your acceptance for the course of study in the UK and a statement of charges for the course

• Evidence of Government sponsorship (if appropriate) Fees must be paid in local currency. One should not send cash through the post, but bank drafts, postal or money orders payable to the mission may be enclosed.

In addition to the above listed documents you may be asked for:

• Evidence of funds to pay for your stay and your course of studies in the UK or

• A letter from your host or sponsor in the UK to say that she / he will support and accommodate you during your course of studies, together with the evidence that he / she can do so.

• Original Passport with a Xerox copy.

• Application Form VAF-1 2003 duly completed and signed by the applicant.

• Two recently taken passport sized photographs in white background. Close-up & both ears should be visible.

• DD of Rs. 3250/- in favour of “The Office of the British Deputy High Commissioner in Mumbai” payable at Mumbai.

• Unconditional Offer Letter, specifying course fee and living expenses from University.

• Xerox copy of receipt of Deposit paid to the University or copy of Demand Draft.

• Xerox copy of Receipt of Deposit paid to the University for Accommodation.

• A copy of Accommodation Form and Confirmation letter received (if any).

• A copy of Mark-sheets & Degree certificate of graduation.

• Copy of Mark-sheet of Xth and Diploma Certificate.

• Resume of Applicant.

• Experience Certificates of Applicant.