{"id":2398,"date":"2026-10-28T14:01:43","date_gmt":"2026-10-28T14:01:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/globalnigerianews.com\/index.php\/2026\/10\/28\/uk-raises-student-visa-proof-of-funds-for-nigerians-others-businessday-ng\/"},"modified":"2026-10-28T14:01:43","modified_gmt":"2026-10-28T14:01:43","slug":"uk-raises-student-visa-proof-of-funds-for-nigerians-others-businessday-ng","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/globalnigerianews.com\/index.php\/2026\/10\/28\/uk-raises-student-visa-proof-of-funds-for-nigerians-others-businessday-ng\/","title":{"rendered":"UK raises student visa proof of funds for Nigerians, others \u2013 Businessday NG"},"content":{"rendered":"

International students from Nigeria and other countries, planning to study in the United Kingdom (UK) will need to provide higher proof of funds from November 30, 2026, with applicants in London required to show access to at least \u00a314,130 for a nine-month period.\n<\/p>\n

Under the revised requirements announced by the UK Home Office, international students studying in London must demonstrate access to \u00a31,570 monthly, up from \u00a31,529, bringing the minimum maintenance funds for a nine-month period to \u00a314,130 from \u00a313,761, an increase of \u00a3369.\n<\/p>\n

For students studying outside London, the monthly requirement will rise from \u00a31,171 to \u00a31,203, while the minimum amount for nine months will increase by \u00a3288, from \u00a310,539 to \u00a310,827.\n<\/p>\n

This will affect prospective students, including Nigerians, who must demonstrate that they can support themselves during their studies. The funds are required in addition to tuition fees, visa application charges and other immigration-related expenses.\n<\/p>\n

The increase comes amid rising accommodation and living costs in Britain, adding to the financial burden on international students and families funding overseas education.<\/p>\n

Read also:\u00a0UK varsities face \u00a3925 annual levy per foreign student past baseline<\/a>\n<\/p>\n

London students face higher maintenance threshold<\/h3>\n

The maintenance requirement covers living expenses and is separate from tuition fees. Applicants must also budget for visa application charges and the Immigration Health Surcharge.\n<\/p>\n

For Nigerian students planning to begin their studies in Britain, the revised thresholds mean setting aside more money before applying for a visa, potentially affecting the affordability of UK education for families already contending with foreign exchange and other financial pressures.\n<\/p>\n

International students remain a major economic contributor<\/h3>\n

International students are an important source of revenue for British universities and the wider economy.\n<\/p>\n

Figures cited in the report put international enrolment at approximately 685,565 students during the 2024\/2025 academic year, accounting for 24 percent of the UK\u2019s total higher education student population. About 622,000 were from countries outside the European Union, while approximately 63,600 came from EU countries.<\/p>\n

Padam Simkhada, professor and dean of Global Impact and Research at the University of Chester, said international students contributed approximately \u00a341.9 billion to the UK economy during the 2021\/2022 academic year.\n<\/p>\n

However, rising accommodation expenses, limited employment opportunities and restrictions on working hours can make it more difficult for students to meet their financial obligations while studying.\n<\/p>\n

The higher maintenance threshold also places greater emphasis on applicants\u2019 ability to demonstrate sufficient funds before travelling, rather than relying on income they hope to earn after arriving in the UK.\n<\/p>\n

Read also:\u00a0UK picks Royal Ibeh, nine other Nigerian journalists for London science reporting exchange<\/a>\n<\/p>\n

Visa costs add to pressure on Nigerian applicants<\/h3>\n

The latest adjustment follows earlier increases in the amount international students must demonstrate to cover their living expenses.<\/p>\n

In January 2025, the UK raised the monthly maintenance requirement to \u00a31,483 for students in London and \u00a31,136 for those studying elsewhere.\n<\/p>\n

Visa application outcomes have also become a concern for Nigerian applicants. Recent reports have highlighted cases of UK universities withdrawing admission offers to Nigerian students amid rising visa refusal rates.<\/p>\n

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