INFORMATION & NEWS

General Information & News

Official UK Guide
www.visitbritain.com

Visa Information
For comprehensive advice on student visas and how they apply to your visit
www.ukvisas.gov.uk for up to date information

Information for Agents

UKBA approved

ABLS Accreditation is approved by the UKBA for the purpose of accrediting private education providers.

Why choose an ABLS accredited centre?

Most schools that contact agents will be accredited by one of the four UKBA approved bodies. But how can an agent be sure that standards are maintained and choose the right school. Our schools have not only undergone a rigorous and thorough inspection leading to a report on the organisation's services and facilities but also, as we have a manageable number of schools, we are able to keep in close contact with the owners and can effectively monitor service delivery.

Student Visitor Visas (SVV)

All ABLS accredited schools can accept students through this visa route. Please note that there is no restriction with regard to language level for students wishing to obtain a SVV. Visas are issued for courses up to 6 months and also, since January 2011, students may apply for an extended student visitor visa for courses up to 11 months. In all cases the extended student visitor visa must be applied for through an embassy or visa issuing office.

IMPORTANT

A school does NOT need to be a sponsor and be listed on the UKBA Register of Sponsors in order to accept your client on a Student Visitor Visa.

If you have any query regarding this please e-mail info@ablsaccreditation.co.uk.

Information for Students

Studying in the UK- guides for students
A link to the UKBA website featuring updates and information for Tier 4 of the Points Based System

Information for Schools

Please e-mail info@ablsaccreditation.co.uk for further information. Details of our inspection and annual accreditation fees can be downloaded from the Home Page.