Higher Education Student Visa (E30B) vs Student Visa
Student visa comparison: Indonesia and United Kingdom. Tuition, work rights, financial requirements and post-study pathways.
Overview
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Higher Education Student Visa (E30B)
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 GB
Student Visa
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| Country | Indonesia | United Kingdom |
| Program type | Full time | Full time |
| Status | Active | Active |
At a glance
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Higher Education Student Visa (E30B)
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GB
Student Visa
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| Initial duration | 12 mo | — |
| Proof of funds | $2,000 | $17,100 |
| Application fee | — | $700 |
| Work during study | No | Yes |
| Post-study visa | No | Yes |
Tuition
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Higher Education Student Visa (E30B)
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Student Visa
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| Tuition policy | Full fee | Full fee |
| Tuition-free scope | None | None |
| Tuition minimum | — | $13,000 |
| Tuition maximum | — | $50,000 |
| Scholarships available | Yes | Yes |
Duration
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Higher Education Student Visa (E30B)
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GB
Student Visa
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| Initial duration | 12 months | — |
| Maximum duration | 48 months | 60 months |
| Renewable | No | Yes |
Financial requirements
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Higher Education Student Visa (E30B)
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GB
Student Visa
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| Proof of funds | $2,000 | $17,100 |
| Application fee | — | $700 |
| Dependent fee | — | $700 |
Work during study
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Higher Education Student Visa (E30B)
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GB
Student Visa
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| Work allowed | No | Yes |
| Hours per week (term) | — | 20 hrs |
| Unlimited hours | No | No |
| Freelance allowed | No | No |
| On campus only | No | No |
| Work permission type | Not allowed | Automatic |
Requirements
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Higher Education Student Visa (E30B)
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GB
Student Visa
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| Full-time study | Required | Required |
| Institution accreditation | Not required | Required |
| Health insurance | Not required | Required |
| Medical exam | Not required | Not required |
| Criminal record check | Not required | Not required |
| Accommodation proof | Not required | Not required |
| Visa interview | Not required | Not required |
Family and dependents
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Higher Education Student Visa (E30B)
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GB
Student Visa
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| Dependents allowed | No | Yes |
| Dependent restriction | — | Dependants are allowed for government-sponsored students on courses longer than 6 months, and for full-time postgraduate students on courses of at least 9 months. For postgraduate courses starting on or after 1 January 2024, the course must be a doctorate or research-based higher degree. Taught master's and undergraduate students are not eligible unless government-sponsored. |
| Spouse can work | No | Yes |
| Spouse work unrestricted | No | No |
| Children can attend school | No | Yes |
Post-study pathways
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Higher Education Student Visa (E30B)
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GB
Student Visa
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| Post-study visa | No | Yes |
| Work permit | No | Yes |
| Permanent residency | No | Yes(5 yrs) |
| Citizenship | No | Yes(6 yrs) |
| Time counts toward permanent residency | No | No |
Application process
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Higher Education Student Visa (E30B)
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Student Visa
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| Method | Online, institution | Online |
| Processing time | — | 15–21 days |
| Apply in-country | No | Yes |
| Multiple entry | No | Yes |
| Schengen access | No | No |