For international students moving to the UK

Move to the UK with a clear plan, not confusion.

Ditch the scattered notes. Get personalized checklists and AI guidance, beautifully organized from your offer letter to your first month in the UK.

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Built for students navigating visas, eVisas, banking, housing, healthcare, and life in a new country.

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The reality

Nobody hands you a manual.

Visa confusion, GP registration barriers, banking document gaps, eVisa steps nobody explained — all hitting at once, from thousands of miles away.

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Information is everywhere

Too many sources, all saying different things.

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No clear order

Miss one step and everything else stalls.

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Last-minute panic

Missing docs discovered at the airport or during enrolment.

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No UK credit history

Generic advice doesn't cover what actually works for new arrivals.

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eVisa is confusing

Most students only learn what's needed when someone asks for proof.

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No-one to ask at 2am

International offices close at 5pm. The questions don't.

The solution

Settl brings it all into one guided app.

A personalised roadmap, an AI navigator, document storage, and a community — so you always know what to do next, in the right order, with the right information.

How it works

Everything you need for a smoother UK arrival

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Core feature

Personal Settlement Guide

Everything you need to do. In the order you need to do it. Personalised to your visa type, university, arrival date, and accommodation — not a generic blog post.

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AI Concierge

Ask anything. Get a real answer. Covers immigration, NHS, banking, council tax — with tailored responses and service recommendations. Available at 2am before your flight, or whenever you need it.

"How do I generate a share code for my landlord?"
"Which banks work without a UK credit history?"
"What documents do I need for enrolment?"
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eVisa & share code support

The UK immigration process is becoming fully digital. Settl keeps your eVisa steps visible and organised — so you are not figuring them out at the airport, during enrolment, or when a landlord asks for proof.

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Settl is not a law firm or immigration adviser. We help you organise your move and point you toward trusted official resources.

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Document vault

Store your CAS, visa decision letter, offer letter, accommodation agreement, passport, and travel documents — all in one place. Never scramble for a document at border control, enrolment, or when your landlord asks.

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Peer Community

Connect with students who've been exactly where you are — same university, same visa type, same questions. Real answers from people who've already figured it out.

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See Settl in action

Watch how a student uses Settl to prepare for the UK

From first login to arrival day — see the full flow in under two minutes.

Student stories

Built for international students who want clarity.

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"I had a step-by-step roadmap within minutes of downloading. I didn't realise how much I didn't know until Settl showed me."

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Amara O.

Nigeria → UCL

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"The AI told me I could register with a GP using just my passport. My flatmates waited three weeks — I was done in two days."

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Rahul M.

India → University of Manchester

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"Banking, NI number, GP — all sorted in my first 10 days. My flatmates are still figuring it out six weeks later."

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Jia W.

China → University of Edinburgh

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Settl guides you through official UK government resources — GOV.UK, UKVI, NHS, HMRC — in a clear, step-by-step format. No guesswork. No outdated advice.

Free resource

Your complete UK student arrival checklist.

Everything you need to do — from visa application to settling in — in one organised, printable checklist. Download it free, then use Settl to turn each item into a personalised, step-by-step action.

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✈️ Immigration & Visa

Receive your CAS from your university

Submit UK Student Visa application

Set up your UKVI account & eVisa

💰 Finance

Open a UK bank account

Apply for National Insurance number

🏠 Housing

Confirm accommodation before departure

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Settl AI Navigator answering student questions about eVisa and banking

Download today

Start your UK move today.

Download Settl and begin organising your relocation in minutes. Ideally start as soon as you accept your offer or receive your CAS.

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Available on iOS. Android coming soon. Free to download.

FAQ

Common questions

Does Settl replace my university's advice?

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No. Settl helps you organise tasks and understand what to prepare. Always follow official guidance from your university, GOV.UK, and UKVI.

Can Settl help me with my eVisa?

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Yes — Settl helps you track eVisa steps, UKVI account setup, share codes, and document organisation. It does not replace official immigration advice.

When should I start using Settl?

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As soon as you accept your offer or receive your CAS. The earlier you start, the easier your preparation will be.

Is the app free?

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Free access covers core checklists and guidance. Premium features include cloud document backup and additional AI message credits.

Ready to settle in the UK with less stress?

Start with a clear plan.

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verified Institutional Partner Programme

Help your international students arrive prepared and confident.

A scalable digital companion that guides your incoming international cohort through visas, housing, and UK life — reducing support queries and ensuring a smooth arrival.

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International students need more than an email pack.

Pre-departure communication is often fragmented. Deadlines get lost in long emails, essential links are scattered across portals, and institutional jargon creates anxiety for those navigating a new system for the first time.

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Information Overload

Students receive dozens of emails from different departments, leading to missed deadlines and confusion over next steps.

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Scattered Resources

Essential forms, housing portals, and visa guidelines live on disparate web pages, creating a disjointed experience.

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System Jargon

Complex institutional terminology assumes prior knowledge, creating unnecessary barriers for international arrivals.

Our approach

Settl complements your university. It doesn't replace it.

Settl is not an alternative to your international office, student union, or official university channels. We act as a one-stop digital companion that consolidates and simplifies information students already receive — always directing them back to the right official resources at every step.

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Official sources, always

All guidance links to authoritative sources: GOV.UK, UKVI, NHS, HMRC, and your own institutional portals.

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Your authority maintained

Your institution remains the definitive source. Settl routes students to your portals, deadlines, and contacts.

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Curated, not created

We don't invent guidance. We present existing official information in a clear, structured, actionable format.

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Not immigration advice

Settl is a support and organisation tool. We always direct students to qualified immigration advice for their specific circumstances.

What students get

A guided arrival experience — built on official information.

Settl translates your institutional requirements into a personalised, actionable roadmap for every incoming student.

Operational Impact

Reduce repetitive queries. Free your team for what matters.

By providing a structured, self-serve digital roadmap — built on official institutional and government resources — you significantly reduce the volume of basic logistical questions directed at your admissions and international offices.

Queries Settl handles before they reach you

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Simple 4-Step Setup

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Setup & Configuration

We align the platform with your term dates, campus location, and institutional links.

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Link Integration

Embed your institutional forms, portals, and key contacts seamlessly within the roadmap.

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Share with Your Cohort

Distribute access via your offer letters, welcome emails, or pre-arrival packs.

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Ongoing Maintenance

We keep local guidance and official links current — so you don't have to.

Flexible Partnership Models

Choose how you want to integrate Settl alongside your existing institutional resources and communications.

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Student Resource

Direct your students to Settl as a recommended free resource alongside your standard institutional guidance and pre-arrival communications.

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Co-branded Experience

Your university logo and specific campus resources integrated into a dedicated Settl onboarding page for your students.

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White-labelled Solution

A fully bespoke arrival portal styled entirely within your institutional brand guidelines and hosted under your domain.

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Get in touch

Book a Partnership Call

Tell us about your institution and we'll be in touch to explore how Settl can support your international student cohort.

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Available for universities, pathway providers, student unions, and international education agencies.

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Calls typically last 30 minutes. We'll walk you through the platform and discuss how to tailor it to your cohort.

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Prefer email? Reach us at admin@joinsettl.com

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FAQ

Questions from institutions

Does Settl replace our university's official guidance?

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No. Settl acts as a complementary resource alongside your existing communications. We consolidate and simplify information from your institution and official UK government sources — always routing students back to your portals and teams for critical decisions.

Is Settl immigration advice?

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No. Settl is a student support and organisation platform. All immigration-related content links to official GOV.UK and UKVI resources. We always direct students to seek qualified immigration advice for their specific circumstances.

Where does Settl's guidance come from?

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All guidance is sourced from authoritative, official sources: GOV.UK, UKVI, NHS, HMRC, and your institution's own resources. We do not create or interpret policy — we present what official sources already say in a clear, structured, actionable format.

Can Settl be customised for our institution?

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Yes. From co-branded landing pages to full white-label experiences, we can incorporate institution-specific pages, links, deadlines, and onboarding content. Book a call to discuss what works best for your institution.

Can we use Settl before students arrive?

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Yes — the majority of Settl's value is delivered during the pre-arrival period, beginning from when students accept their offer or receive their CAS. This is when they need the most structured guidance.

Ready to improve your international student arrival experience?

Partner with Settl to give your students a clearer, more supportive transition into UK life — built on official resources, not guesswork.

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