Frequently asked questions
Is the University of Greenwich an official sponsor?
Yes, the University of Greenwich is Highly Trusted Sponsor (HTS). Our license number is 4E4NJQDA7.
What is a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS)?
This is not a document but a unique reference number given to a student by the university. You need this number when submitting your Tier 4 (General) student visa application. It is also referred to as a CAS.
The Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies is confirmation of your unconditional offer of a place on a programme of study with us. You must have a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies when you make your visa application, or your application will be refused.
Who will provide me with my CAS?
Your CAS statement will be emailed to you from the University of Greenwich International Office titled ‘CAS Statement’.
When will I receive my CAS?
Your CAS statement will be received once your offer is academically and financially unconditional.
We would like you to receive your CAS number as quickly as possible so please contact the International Office as soon as you have paid the pre-registration deposit and your offer of place is academically unconditional.
Do I have to pay?
You do not have to pay for your CAS number; however, you will not be able to receive your CAS number until you have made the pre-registration deposit - this is the first payment towards your tuition fees, reduces the tuition fees payable on registration and confirms your place on the programme offered.
Am I tied to a single education provider?
A new Tier 4 students’ permission to stay in the UK is tied to the education provider that is sponsoring them. Every new Tier 4 student will find their sponsor’s reference number on the vignette in their passport or on their identity card for foreign nationals.
As the University of Greenwich is a Highly Trust Sponsor, current UK Border Agency regulations allow us to register you if your current visa is for another institution as long as you have APPLIED for a visa to study with us. You do not have to have received the decision of the new visa application.
Where can I find further information about the visa process?
You can find further information and guidance notes on the visa process on the UKBA website.
Further information of interest to international students can also be found at the UK Council for International Student Affairs website.
Who can help me if I have any problems?
If you are experiencing problems or need any assistance with your offer or applying for your visa, please contact the International Office and we will do our best to help, or help you find the correct source of information
