Visas and travel

Visas

You may need to apply for a visa for your time spent studying in the UK. Check the UK Government web page to see if this is something you will have to apply for. 

Visa information is subject to change, so make sure you keep up-to-date with the latest infomation and advice. 

Find out more about visitor and short-term student visas

Insurance

You must make sure you have insurance coverage for travel, medical treatment, and loss of property or money during your time in the UK.

The National Health Service (NHS) provides a wide range of health care. Some NHS services are free for non-UK students, but some you may need to pay for. 

Find out more about health care for international students

Booking your travel to the UK

If you need a visa, we would advise waiting until you have received it before booking your travel to the UK. Make sure you know your required date of arrival in Sheffield before making any travel arrangements.

There are a number of airports within close proximity of Sheffield. The nearest international airport served directly by train from Sheffield is Manchester Airport. 

International travel to the University of Sheffield

It's important that your passport is vaild in order to travel, and ideally that it will not expire during your stay in Sheffield.

Planning your arrival

Your arrival date will depend on your individual arrangements but we recommend that you arrive in time to take part in some of our orientation activities. Orientation takes place at the start of each semester, so that your first days in Sheffield are as relaxed and enjoyable as possible.

Orientation includes a wide range of activities, tours, information sessions and social events, and is a great way to help you meet new people and adjust to life in the UK.

There is normally a Meet and Greet pick-up service from Manchester Airport for students starting in September.

Travelling to Sheffield from the airport