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Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS)

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What is a CAS?

A Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) is a virtual document that is required to apply for a Student Visa to study in the United Kingdom. It contains information about your course of study and personal details. A CAS will only be issued if you have an unconditional offer from the University or you are an existing student who needs to extend their visa.

How do I request a CAS?

If you require a Student Visa to study in the UK, please consult the 'Student Visa' section of You@York for further instructions. You will need to follow the request task and upload your passport details. The task includes answering a few basic questions and confirming that you have read the conditions of sponsorship. Existing students can access the 'Your Tier 4 Visa' section by logging into e:Vision.

Important information: undergraduate studies only

There is a maximum time limit ("cap") on studying at undergraduate level with a Student Visa. The CAS request task will ask you if you have previously studied in the UK in order for the University to make an assessment of the total time you have previously studied, to ensure you will have enough time remaining to complete your programme of study.

Following your request for a CAS, you may be required to provide further information in order for an assessment to be made. A CAS will not be issued until the assessment has been completed, and any delay may affect your visa application.

Who to contact

  • Visa Compliance Team 
    To contact the team:
    Tel: +44 (0)1904 328025
    Email: tier4@york.ac.uk
    We are contactable between 9am - 5pm Monday to Friday

    Or, visit the Student Hub, Market Square
  • Office hours 
    Term time: Monday to Thursday 9am - 5pm, Friday 10am - 5pm
    Outside of term time: 10am-4pm
  • Immigration Advice Service
    Student Hub, Market Square
    Tel: +44 (0)1904 324140
    immigration@york.ac.uk

    Office hours
    Term time: Monday to Thursday 9am - 5pm, Friday 10am - 5pm
    Outside of term time: 10am-4pm