Introduction
🏦 UK Visa Funds — Key Numbers
Outside London (Now)£1,171 / Month (£10,539)
London (Now)£1,529 / Month (£13,761)
From 30 Nov 2026 — Outside£1,203 / Month (£10,827)
From 30 Nov 2026 — London£1,570 / Month (£14,130)
Maintenance MonthsUp to 9
Holding Period28 Consecutive Days
The Formula
Funds to show = unpaid first-year tuition + maintenance for up to 9 months. Maintenance depends on where your university is located. If you have paid a deposit or part of your fees, that amount is deducted from the tuition you must show.
| Location | Per Month (from 30 Nov 2026) | Up to 9 Months |
|---|---|---|
| Outside London | £1,203 | £10,827 |
| London | £1,570 | £14,130 |
Which figure applies to you?
Applications made before 30 November 2026 use £1,171 and £1,529. Applications from 30 November 2026 use £1,203 and £1,570. Applications for September 2027 will use the higher amounts.
Worked Examples (After 30 November 2026)
| Scenario | Calculation | Total Funds |
|---|---|---|
| Outside London, £14,000 tuition, £4,000 deposit paid | £10,000 + £10,827 | £20,827 (NPR 42.5 Lakhs) |
| London, £18,000 tuition, £4,000 deposit paid | £14,000 + £14,130 | £28,130 (NPR 57.4 Lakhs) |
Rupee figures use NPR 204 per £1 and are for illustration. Use the live rate when you apply.
Rules That Catch People Out
- 28 days: funds must be held for 28 consecutive days, ending within 31 days of your application
- Whose money: yours, or a parent or legal guardian's with consent and proof of relationship
- Accommodation paid to your university: up to one month's maintenance can be deducted
- Short courses: maintenance is for the number of months of your course, up to 9
- Loans: a qualifying education loan letter can replace savings
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to keep the money after the visa is approved?
UKVI checks funds at application, but you will need money to live on. Keep your funds available for your first months.
Can my parents' bank account be used?
Yes, with a signed consent letter and proof of relationship, held for 28 days.
Does a scholarship reduce the funds I must show?
A confirmed tuition scholarship lowers the unpaid tuition you must show. Provide the award letter as evidence.
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