UK Student Visa Guide for Commonwealth Scholars
As a Commonwealth Scholar, the CSC covers your visa fee and Immigration Health Surcharge. Here are the current costs, the documents and the process.
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Updated Oct 5, 2026
Visa Costs (Covered by the CSC)
GBP 558
Visa application fee (from outside the UK)
GBP 776/yr
Immigration Health Surcharge
GBP 0
Your out-of-pocket cost
UK government fees as of October 2026; they change regularly, so check GOV.UK when you apply.
Visa Document Checklist
0/6 prepared
Return commitment
Commonwealth Scholars sign an undertaking to return home before their Student visa expires. Switching to a Graduate or other visa to remain in the UK is not permitted.
What to Expect in the UK
Read about life during your scholarship.