Checklists

International students checklist

These checklists are a starting point for your planning. These checklists are a starting point for your planning. You may want to add to it as you read this guide. Some parts will not be relevant to you, for example if you are an EU student you will not require a student visa.

Preparing to come to university Before you leave When you arrive at the University of Exeter

Make sure you have a valid passport 

Satisfy conditions of offer (if applicable) 

Check if you need ATAS clearance (and apply if required)  Respond to CAS email (if applicable) 

Obtain Visa (if applicable)  Apply for accommodation  Check if you need medical screening or vaccinations  Arrange travel insurance  Plan your budget 

Read emails from the University  Research International Welcome Programme

Find out about the Global Chums mentoring scheme Pay your tuition fee deposit (if applicable) 

Pay your accommodation fee deposit (if applicable)  Activate your IT account  Complete online registration (EU citizens only) 

Apply for your UniCard  Register with a Health Centre  Download the iExeter app  Prepare your documents for International Student Clearance  Buy currency to use while you open a bank account  Print our accommodation information for your hand luggage Tell your family you have arrived  Collect your room key  Collect your Welcome Pack (Freshers’ Week) 

Complete International Student Clearance and collect your BRP (if you have one)

Collect your UniCard  Complete online registration (if necessary) 

Attend International Welcome Programme (or late arrivals meeting)

Attend your academic induction  Complete Police registration (if necessary) 

Open a UK bank account  Complete Erasmus, Exchange and Study Abroad paperwork (if necessary)

Get involved with your Guild or Students’ Union!