UK Immigration Authorities Issues Additional Student Visas for University College London Foreign Scholars

Several hundred foreign students will now be able to secure their guaranteed places following negotiations involving the UK immigration department and University College London wrapped up with the officials issuing additional entry permits.

Immigration Quota Issues

Numerous of students, a significant number from East Asia, found themselves in uncertainty after University College London miscalculated the applications for study spots this session and exceeded its allocation of study acceptance confirmation online certificates permitted by the Home Office.

Institution Regret and Compensation

UCL expressed regret to those affected, telling them it was "extremely sorry for the disturbance and confusion", and providing to pay £1,000 expenses for submissions made through UK Visa and Immigration's "expedited processing".

We're delighted to confirm our concerned foreign learners that they can finally start their courses at our university.

Exceptional Demand

The institution said "an unprecedented increase in interest" was caused by the surplus intake, and had initially advised scholars with guaranteed positions that they should delay until the subsequent session, leading many to voice dissatisfaction they experienced economic disadvantages after advance payment for travel and housing.

Positive Solution

Following negotiations between UCL and the immigration authorities at the conclusion of last weekend, learners were told that they would receive visas in the end.

A university representative for University College London said: "We deeply apologize to all those who have been affected by the ongoing confusion and we are exceptionally appreciative for their understanding. Our staff are now acting promptly to communicate with scholars directly with updates and assistance.

Applicant Feedback

Several learners said they had obtained electronic messages from University College London within the recent couple of days confirming their electronic certificates would be issued, a essential necessity to be issued a education visa. A few reported they had yet to been given official notice.

One student expressed: "I'm thrilled to be able to study in the Britain. We were advised many different things since recent weeks, it was very stressful. I was already obligated to covering costs for lodging in London, with no repayment offered, so I am very relieved."

National Effect

About 200 learners from the Chinese mainland were impacted, with a number already in the UK at the close of recent weeks for the start of the academic session. Those on master's programs were informed they needed to be in attendance by 10 October or forfeit their position.

We're extremely grateful for your understanding with this matter and we are extremely sorry for the inconvenience and doubt which this will have created you.