Further education institutions membership

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Who can apply for this membership?

Our further education membership is designed for publicly funded and private further education colleges, language colleges and independent schools.

In order to qualify, usually, members will be listed on the UKVI Student sponsors' register, registered with the Office for Students, accredited by an education oversight body, or registered with an organisation that enables your institution to host Short-term Students.

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Further education membership fees

Type  Fee (2025)
VAT (20%) Payable

FE colleges, language schools and independent schools

£895  £179  £1,074

Membership runs from January to December.  If you join once the year has begun, the fee will be pro-rata.

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Benefits of membership

Our members benefit from access to our expert advice and training team, peer support, and exclusive online guidance. They also play a crucial role in shaping UKCISA’s advocacy efforts to enhance the experience of international students in the UK.

 

Our unique Manual is a comprehensive knowledge base offering up-to-date information on immigration and student support. With over 120 pages on immigration and visas, student support and fees, with links to additional resources, you'll have all the information you need at your fingertips.

Join us on one of our training courses or events, online and in-person. Stay up to date on the latest in immigration, fees assessments and student advice, and develop your skills and connect with peers, at a discounted member price.

Benefit from focused support by joining our specialist practitioner groups as part of your UKCISA membership. The Association for International Student Advisers (AISA) and the Immigration Compliance Network (ICN) meet regionally and nationally both online and in-person.

Connect with your peers and specialists from organisations around the UK in our dedicated online forum. Seek support, discuss issues and keep on top of latest developments relating to areas impacting international students, including student immigration and compliance, student experience and fees assessments.

All the latest news delivered promptly to your inbox every week to ensure that your organisation stays ahead of the curve.

Our members provide invaluable insights into the challenges faced by international students. They guide our advocacy efforts, enabling us to drive meaningful change for international students and those who support them.

Join us in championing the #WeAreInternational campaign. Through our dedicated student ambassadors, student-led charter, and targeted grants for projects and research, we are empowering international students and all who work with them.

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