International Advice Service
Support for current international students and their families on a range of matters relating to immigration and practical guidance when living and studying in the UK
The Team consists of International Student Adviser/Manager Susan Scott, International Student Adviser Matt Pawlowic, International Arrivals Coordinator Xuan Feng and IAS Administrator Gail Bankier.
We have produced a range of guides based on frequently asked questions, including:
- information on extending your visa
- working after studies
- visits for family and friends
- living in the UK
If you need immigration advice or general guidance and support, please contact us by email and if you need an appointment, Matt or Susan will be happy to meet with you in person or online.
If you have private accommodation queries, email Xuan on isac@dundee.ac.uk
Please attend on time and bring any necessary documentation with you. If you are unable to attend, please inform us of this so that the appointment can go to another student.
You are also welcome to attend our drop-in sessions in the Global Room, Monday – Friday 11:00-13:00
We are here to help and support you with any questions you have.
Guides
Guide
The Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) is used by the UK Government to stop the spread of knowledge and skills that could be used in the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction
Guide
A Graduate visa gives you permission to stay in the UK for at least 2 years after successfully completing a course in the UK.
Guide
If you are a UK Student visa holder and wish to travel to other European countries for a holiday you need to apply for a Schengen visa
Guide
Learn how your family and friends can apply for visas to come and visit you in the UK, and what documentation you will need to provide for them
Guide
For short courses, viva, resits, or repeats.
Guide
How to apply for a visa extension from inside the UK, including evidence and next steps.
Guide
How to apply for a visa extension from outside the UK, including evidence and next steps.
Guide
Use this guide to find out how to check your Biometric Residence Permit and report any errors.
Guide
Guidance for current students on applying to allow dependants, who are family or partners, to stay in the UK with the main Student visa holder during their studies.
Guide
Advice for if you're moving to the UK and are not using University arranged accommodation, or are moving from University housing to private
Guide
Some criminals specifically target international students, often by making threatening phone calls, or sending intimidating emails or messages on social media to trick them into sending money or sharing personal information.
Guide
Find out what to do if your passport, visa, or biometric residence permit has been lost or stolen.
Guide
You'll need to make sure you have a bank account for coming to University. For UK students, this may mean changing to a student account or, for international students, setting up a UK based account.
Guide
Guidance for international students returning to the University of Dundee from overseas.
Guide
If you have studied using a Tier 4 / Student visa there are several methods to work in the UK after the end of your course.
Guide
If you hold a Student visa you may be able to work while studying however you will need to check you are allowed. If you start to work in the UK you will also need to apply for a National Insurance Number.
Contact us
International Advice Service
Enquiry Centre
Campus Green
University of Dundee