Complete UK Student Visa Guide 2026: Financial Proof, CAS & VFS Appointment Rules for Bangladeshi Students

1. Key Eligibility Criteria for UK Student Visa

Bangladeshi students planning to pursue undergraduate, Master's, or PhD programs in the United Kingdom must secure a UK Student Visa under the Points-Based Immigration System. Applicants must score 70 points in total: 50 points for a valid Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS), 10 points for meeting financial solvency requirements, and 10 points for English language proficiency.

2. Understanding the Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS)

A CAS is an electronic document issued by your UK university once you accept an unconditional offer and pay the required tuition fee deposit (typically £2,000 to £5,000). The CAS contains a unique reference number, course start/end dates, tuition fees due, and official details of English language verification.

3. Financial Solvency & 28-Day Bank Statement Rule

UKVI requires non-EEA applicants to demonstrate proof of funds covering outstanding first-year tuition fees plus living expenses: £1,347 per month (up to 9 months = £12,123) for London-based universities, or £1,023 per month (up to 9 months = £9,207) for non-London institutions.

Crucial Rule: The required total funds must remain continuously held in an acceptable bank account for a minimum of 28 consecutive days, ending no more than 31 days before your online visa submission date.

4. Tuberculosis (TB) Medical Clearance Test

All Bangladeshi residents staying in the UK for longer than 6 months must obtain an official TB Certificate from the International Organization for Migration (IOM) Migration Health Assessment Centre in Dhaka or Sylhet prior to visa submission.