Right to Study
What you need to know before you enrol
Learn what Right to Study means, who it applies to, and what you may need to do before your enrolment appointment. We know immigration documents can sometimes feel confusing, so we want to make the process as clear and straightforward as possible.
What is Right to Study?
Before you can enrol at Newcastle College, we need to check your Right to Study in the UK. This means confirming that you have the correct immigration permission, status or documents to study here.
For many adult applicants, this is a normal part of the enrolment process. Completing it early can help avoid delays and make it easier for you to start your course on time.
Why is this important?
Some colleges are legally required by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) to check that students have permission to study in the UK before enrolment can be completed.
This is important because it helps us to:
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check your eligibility to enrol.
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check your course is funded correctly.
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provide you with the right support, advice and guidance.
When do I need to do this?
Your Right to Study check must be completed during enrolment.
To make your enrolment quicker and easier, we strongly recommend getting your documents ready in advance.
Who needs to complete a Right to Study check?
We need to check the nationality and status of all applicants to confirm whether a Right to Study check is required.
Anyone who provides evidence that they are a British or Irish national will not be subject to any further Right to Study checks.
Right to Study checks may apply to:
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EU/EEA nationals
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Individuals with Settled or Pre-Settled Status
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Non-UK nationals studying on a visa.
What documents will I need?
The documents you need will depend on your nationality and immigration status. The sections below give a general guide, but if you are unsure, please contact us before you attend.
UK and Irish citizens
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Valid ID showing your address and date of birth. This should ideally be:
- Your birth certificate AND your National Insurance number
OR
- Your passport.
If you do not have the evidence above, we can accept a full or provisional driving licence.
EU/EEA/Swiss citizens
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Proof of Settled or Pre-Settled Status (share code); OR
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EU passport/ID and immigration status.
Non-UK nationals
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An eVisa share code to allow us to check your status online.
You can watch a video on how to view and prove your UKVI digital immigration status here.
If you cannot provide an eVisa share code...
You must bring your original immigration documents instead. They must still be valid (in date).
You can bring one of the following options:
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a valid visa vignette in your passport
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a Biometric Residence Permit
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a passport stamp
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a Bail 201 letter with an Application Registration Card.
If your status depends on a family member...
If your visa is linked to a family member, such as a dependant, family or child visa, you must also bring that family member’s immigration documents.
Your exact documents will depend on your immigration status, but we must check official evidence as part of our legal responsibilities.
What happens during the Right to Study check?
We will check your documents and confirm your status. You will usually need to:
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share your code (if you have one).
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show your immigration documents.
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complete the rest of your enrolment once approved.
What happens if I don’t complete the Right to Study check?
If you do not provide valid evidence of your Right to Study, we may not be able to complete your enrolment. This means that:
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you may not be able to enrol; OR
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your place on the course could be at risk.
Where it is a legal requirement, these checks must be completed before you can start your course.
Important things to know
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You cannot fully enrol until your Right to Study is confirmed.
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Providing incorrect or incomplete information may delay your start.
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Some visa types may have restrictions on what you can study.
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Enrolment will depend on course availability and whether you meet the entry requirements.