UK Student Visa Translation Requirements
Last updated: March 2026
UK student visa applicants need certified translations of academic qualifications, financial documents, and identity documents not in English. This guide covers all translation requirements for the Student route visa.
What documents need translation for a UK student visa?
Student visa applicants need certified translations of degree certificates, academic transcripts, bank statements showing financial means, sponsorship letters, and any other supporting documents not in English or Welsh.
The UK Student route visa (formerly Tier 4) is the main visa for international students. You need a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) from your university, plus supporting documents proving your qualifications and financial means.
India accounts for 24% of UK study visas, followed by China at 21% and Pakistan at 9%. Students from these countries are most likely to need document translations.
- Degree certificates and diplomas
- Academic transcripts and mark sheets
- Bank statements (28 consecutive days, sufficient funds)
- Sponsorship letters (if government-sponsored)
- English language test results
- TB test certificate (from certain countries)
- Parental consent (if under 18)
Do UK universities require translated documents?
Yes. UK universities require certified translations of all academic documents not in English as part of the admissions process. These are often needed before the visa application stage, for CAS issuance.
Universities typically request translations during the conditional offer stage. You may need translated transcripts to receive an unconditional offer, which is required before your CAS can be issued.
UCAS also requires certified translations for undergraduate applications. UK ENIC comparability statements may be requested alongside translations.
How much do student visa translations cost?
A typical student visa translation package costs £40–£80, covering a degree certificate, transcript, and bank statements. Individual documents cost from £12.99 per page.
Student visa translations are generally straightforward. A degree certificate is usually 1 page (£12.99), transcripts are 2–5 pages (£25.98–£64.95), and bank statements vary by length.
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