Student questionnaire on increase to visa fees and Immigration Health Surcharge

 

UKCISA is gathering evidence on the perceived impact the proposed increase will have on current and recent international students, to inform its work.  

On 13 July 2023, the UK Government announced that visa fees and the Immigration Health Surcharge will increase. Although we still do not know the exact implementation date for the Immigration Health Surcharge, on 15 September it was announced the surcharge would rise by 66% to £1,035 (or £776 for students). The Student visa was also announced to increase by 35% to £490, with priority services up 100% to £500, and super priority services up 5% to £1,000. These visa changes will come into effect on 4 October, with the funding going towards UKVI’s costs and Border Force. 

UKCISA is aware that this may significantly impact many students who plan to continue their studies in the UK or hope to stay in the country after graduation in employment. 

If you are a current or recent international student studying in the UK, we would like to hear your thoughts on how the increase will affect your future experience in the UK. Once you have filled out the questionnaire yourself, please share it with others who may wish to contribute to this work. 

Complete the questionnaire

The questionnaire will close on Friday 22 September at 4.00pm.