Documents you'll need to apply

Before you apply, you must pay for Ecctis to check your qualification is valid unless you’ve already been assessed by Ecctis.

When you apply you’ll need to provide:

  • a valid passport or other travel document that shows your identity and nationality
  • proof of your knowledge of English
  • your unique person identifier number or certificate that was given to you by Ecctis when they checked your qualification

Other documents you might need

Depending on your circumstances, you might be asked to provide:

If you’re switching to this visa from another visa, you’ll also need to provide either:

  • your biometric residence permit (BRP) - you can use it for 18 months after the expiry date printed on the card
  • online proof of your immigration status if you have an eVisa -  you’ll need to get a share code

If your documents are not in English or Welsh you’ll also need to provide a certified translation.