VISAS

Start Your Journey to England and Football Excellence

FCV International Football Academy welcomes students from around the world. As a result, a visa may be required to allow entrance into the UK, as immigration control in the UK affects everyone who is not a British passport holder.

Student Visa (Football With Education)

FCV’s Admissions Team, in partnership with Loughborough College’s Admissions Team, provides support and guidance for all players and families throughout the student visa application process.

At the end of the process, students will receive a CAS Statement (Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies), which allows international students to study in the UK. The CAS Statements will be issued by Loughborough College once the following processes have been completed (FCV Admissions will provide support for families in this process).

  1. Complete Loughborough College online application form (FCV Admissions team will provide application link).
  2. IELTS – International English Language Test – Dependent on passport/qualifications.
  3. Your Tuberculosis test certificate – Dependent on country of residence.
  4. Available funds – Required by UKVI in the form of a bank statement.
  5. Healthcare surcharge – Contribution towards UK healthcare.

To view our guidance document, which contains links to where you can find UKVI, IELTS and TB tests in your country, as well as further guidance please click HERE.

You must apply online for your Student Visa.

Please also read the UK government’s official Student Visa guidance before you apply, as this explains in detail how to apply, and what information you must submit with your application. If you have any questions about your visa application, please do not hesitate to contact us – our contact details are shown at the bottom of this page.

Visitor Visa (Football Only and Summer Camp)

The Standard Visitor Visa allows you to visit the UK for a maximum of 6 months.  You should ensure that you give yourself plenty of time to make your application and receive your visa. You can find out how long it takes to process a visa in your home country on the UKVI website. Fast track options are available.

  1. Discuss your football only course/camp and duration of stay with a member of the FCV admissions team.
  2. Complete FCV registration documents and return alongside copy of your passport photo.
  3. Make the initial deposit payment either via our online payments system or via invoice.
  4. FCV admissions team will issue you with confirmation and invitation letter.
  5. Apply for your UK visitor visa. FCV invitation letter can be used as supporting document.
  6. Keep FCV informed of visa application progress.

Check if you need a visa to enter the UK

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