Indian students planning to study in the United Kingdom will need to demonstrate higher funds for living expenses from November 30, 2026, under revised student visa financial requirements.

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The updated rules increase the minimum monthly maintenance amount students must show when applying for a visa. The amount depends on whether the student will live in London or elsewhere in the UK.

Under the revised requirements, students studying in London must demonstrate £1,570 per month, up from £1,529. For courses outside London, the monthly requirement will rise from £1,171 to £1,203.

The amounts apply for a maximum of nine months, resulting in the following financial requirements:

  • London: Up to £14,130, compared with the previous £13,761.

  • Outside London: Up to £10,827, compared with the previous £10,539.

These funds are intended to demonstrate that applicants can cover their living expenses while studying in the UK. Students should also check the separate financial requirements applicable to their individual circumstances.

What Indian Students Need to Know

Indian applicants should pay particular attention to the financial evidence required with their visa applications. According to the supplied report, India is not included in the list of nationalities covered by the UK's differential evidence requirement.

Therefore, Indian students should be prepared to provide the required financial documents unless an applicable exemption applies. Applicants should review the latest official guidance before submitting an application, including the rules on acceptable evidence and how long funds must be held.

The higher threshold means students and families may need to set aside more money before applying. Applicants should calculate their expected living costs, check the amount required for their study location and ensure their documents meet the current rules.

The UK government is expected to review the financial requirement annually, according to the report. Students planning future applications should therefore check for further changes before making financial or travel arrangements.