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Settl provides guidance and organises tasks — it is not immigration or legal advice. All tasks link to official sources: GOV.UK, UKVI, NHS. Always verify requirements with your university's international office.

✈️ Immigration & Visa GOV.UK · UKVI

Receive your CAS (Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies) from your university Your university issues this — it is required for your visa application

Pay the Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) Paid as part of your UK Student Visa application — gives you NHS access

Submit your UK Student Visa application with all supporting documents Apply at least 3 months before your course start date

Set up your UKVI account and link your passport to your eVisa No BRP card from 2025 — your immigration status is fully digital

Save your eVisa share code Needed for housing right-to-rent checks and university enrolment

💰 Finance FCA · HMRC

Prepare your 28-day bank statement showing required funds continuously Required for your visa application — funds must not drop below the required level

Open a UK bank account before or shortly after arrival Monzo and Starling can be opened before you arrive in the UK

Research your cost of living and set up a budget UKCISA and your university's student finance service can help with estimates

🏠 Housing GOV.UK · Shelter

Confirm university accommodation or arrange private housing before departure Keep any tenancy agreement and landlord contact details accessible

Understand right-to-rent requirements UK landlords must verify your immigration status — your eVisa share code is used for this

Research transport from the airport to your accommodation National Rail, Tube, and coach options — National Rail website for timetables

🎓 University Pre-Arrival Your University

Complete your university's pre-enrolment steps Check your university's pre-arrival portal or student hub

Know your enrolment date and what documents to bring Typically: CAS, offer letter, visa, passport, accommodation details

Save key contacts: international office, accommodation office, student support

🛬 At the Airport UKVI · Border Force

Navigate border control using your eVisa Use eGates where available. Your digital status replaces a physical BRP

Keep your offer letter and CAS accessible at border control Border Force may ask for supporting documents even with an eVisa

Get a UK SIM card on arrival VOXI, Lebara, or giffgaff are popular pay-as-you-go options available at airports

🏡 Check-In & First Day

Complete accommodation check-in Take photos of any existing damage and report it to your landlord/warden

Confirm your accommodation address for official correspondence You'll need this for bank accounts, GP registration, and NI number application

Connect with your university arrival/welcome support Many universities have airport pickup or welcome desk services

🎓 University & Enrolment Your University

Complete university enrolment and collect your student ID card

Provide your eVisa share code at enrolment if requested Your university verifies your right to study using your digital immigration status

Note your visa work restriction — 20 hours per week maximum during term time Check your specific visa conditions on gov.uk — some courses have restrictions

🏥 Healthcare NHS.UK

Register with a university health centre if available Many universities have an on-campus GP or health service for students

📋 Government & Admin GOV.UK · HMRC

Apply for a National Insurance (NI) number Apply online at gov.uk — required before starting any paid work

Apply for a council tax exemption as a full-time student Contact your local council — your university provides a council tax exemption certificate

Set up utilities if in private accommodation University halls typically include bills — check your tenancy agreement

💰 Finance & Banking FCA · HMRC

Activate your UK bank account or open one with your university address Barclays, HSBC, and Lloyds have student accounts — you'll need your student ID

Share eVisa share code with your landlord for right-to-rent check Generate a share code at gov.uk/view-prove-immigration-status

🤝 Community & Documents

Store all critical documents securely — visa grant letter, CAS, offer letter, eVisa share code Use Settl's document vault or a secure cloud service

Join your student union and international student community A great way to meet people and get advice from students who've been through the same process

Explore the Settl community — connect with students at your university or from your home country

This checklist is just the beginning.

Settl turns every item above into a personalised, step-by-step roadmap built around your country, your university, and your arrival date.

The checklist tells you what to do. Settl shows you exactly how to do it — with official links, AI guidance, and a community who've been there.

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UK International Student Arrival Checklist

Phase 1 — Before You Fly

Phase 2 — Arrival Day

Phase 3 — First Month

This checklist is just the beginning.