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04.09.2025 14:27:22 Yes, under a UK Standard Visitor visa you are permitted to attend a short course or training program, provided it lasts no longer than 30 days and is not the main purpose of your visit. The course must be offered by an accredited institution and cannot involve formal employment or work placement. You must also show that your primary reason for entering the UK is consistent with visitor rules (e.g., tourism, family visit, business meeting) and that you will leave the UK at the end of your visa. Longer academic or vocational programs require a Student visa or other relevant route. When applying, it is advisable to include details of your course (confirmation letter, duration, institution) alongside your standard visitor documents (passport, financial evidence, accommodation and travel bookings, proof of ties to home country). A lawyer can review your case to ensure that the course falls within the permitted scope and that your application avoids any risk of refusal.
04.09.2025 14:45:09 Yes, under a UK Standard Visitor visa you are allowed to attend a short course or training program provided it lasts no longer than 30 days and is not the main purpose of your trip. Examples include a language course, professional development workshop, or short training session. The institution offering the course should be properly accredited. However, this visa does not allow you to study long-term, take a full academic program, or work (paid or unpaid). If your main goal is study beyond 30 days, you will need to apply for a Student visa or Short-term Study visa (for English courses up to 11 months). When applying, it is advisable to include confirmation of the course (enrolment letter, duration, accreditation details) along with your standard visitor documents: passport, financial evidence, accommodation and travel bookings, proof of ties to your home country.
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