The Gateway to Your UK Visa: The CAS Letter
The Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) is an electronic reference number generated by the UK Home Office system when a university agrees to sponsor your Student Visa. Without a valid CAS, you cannot submit a student visa application.
Timeline and Step-by-Step CAS Issuance Process
- Unconditional Offer: Meet all academic conditions and English proficiency requirements.
- Tuition Fee Deposit: Pay the initial deposit required by the university (typically £2,000 – £5,000).
- Financial Pre-Assessment: Submit your 28-day bank statement to the university admissions team for verification.
- Credibility Pre-CAS Interview: Complete the internal university interview regarding your course choice, career plans, and finances.
- CAS Issuance: Receive the CAS statement containing your unique 14-digit reference code.
