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International Students and Sickness
It should be noted that becoming ill itself is not a breach of the terms of a student VISA. However taking a break in your study will affect your immigration status. If you become ill you should report your expected absence to the relevant department for your course. This notification should be formally in writing. You would be expected to submit a Dr’s note for any prolonged absence from study.
If your illness is likely to cause disruption to your study or you are unable to submit assignments we would advise that you defer your study. You should make arrangements to depart the UK and arrange to continue study when you are able.
You will usually need to apply for a new tier 4 student VISA.
International students taking a break in study for pregnancy
An International student should seek advice from an immigration solicitor as early on in their pregnancy or prior to pregnancy if possible. Becoming pregnant is not a breach of the terms of a student VISA. However taking a break in your study will affect your immigration status. We would advise that you return home after submitting a request for a break in your study as you are unlikely to be entitled to any maternity benefit in the UK. You should check with individual airlines for their policies as most airlines will not carry passengers after seven months of pregnancy. Therefore please make plans to return to your home country whilst you are still able to fly. You can apply to resume your full time studies from overseas but you would have to apply for a new VISA.
Please speak to your program administrator for advice on suspending your study and returning home. As we are not able to provide immigration advice you may be referred to an immigration solicitor who may charge you for services and advice.
International students who are on a dependants VISA can make changes to their study status without any immigration implications.
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