Congratulations! You’ve been offered the opportunity of a lifetime. Get ready to start your study abroad journey in London – the UK’s diverse and multicultural capital city.
We’re here to help you every step of the way, from arriving in London to finding your perfect-fit university. Read on to find out everything you need to know before you join us at INTO London.
Secure your place by accepting your offer and paying your fees through INTOPay – our safe online payment system.
You can pay by credit card, debit card or bank transfer.
You’ll receive a link to INTOPay and instructions on how to use the system in your offer letter.
Remember to reference your application ID when you pay via INTOPay.
Watch our videos to learn about your offer of study and how to pay your fees, with simple step-by-step guidance.
All students must have full travel, medical and health insurance while studying with us in the UK. Unless proof of suitable insurance is provided during the application process, Uniplan Insurance will automatically be added to your fees.
To receive your timetable and start your classes, ensure that you've paid your fees and that you're officially enrolled.
As a student at INTO London, you’ll arrange and book your accommodation directly with your chosen provider. This gives you the freedom to pick somewhere that fits your budget and lifestyle that feels like home.
Location: Greater London area, as this makes it easy to commute to your classes.
Requirements: Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) with ANUK or Unipol National Code accreditation, or another suitable accommodation option.
Recommended accommodation: iQ Magenta House – Purpose-Built Student Accommodation in Whitechapel, London.
Find out more about your INTO London accommodation options.
Most international students need a visa to study in the UK. Once you’ve accepted your unconditional offer and paid your deposit, we'll provide the documents you need to apply for a visa. We recommend that you apply as soon as possible.
From 2025, most students will receive an eVisa when they successfully apply for a visa – this is a digital record of your immigration status. eVisas are replacing physical immigration documents including biometric residence permits (BRPs) and visa vignettes.
Remember to check if you need to pay the Immigration Health Surcharge – this gives you access to the UK’s National Health Service (NHS). You can check how much you’ll need to pay by using the UKVI calculator.
Find out more about the Student visa, including how to apply.
What is an eVisa?
Your eVisa is an online record of your UK immigration status, which you can access through a UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) account.
Before travelling to the UK, you should:
create a UKVI account
link your current passport
access your eVisa to check your details are correct. Report incorrect eVisa information to UKVI as soon as possible
understand how to generate an eVisa share code.
Find out more about eVisas, or watch UKVI’s videos about eVisas.
Book your flight(s) and plan your arrival to coincide with your accommodation start date.
Submit your flight details, including arrival date and flight number(s), via INTO's arrival details form as soon as possible. Providing your arrival details before you travel will ensure:
we can meet you as soon as you land, if you opt for an airport transfer
staff will be on-hand remotely to help if any issues occur during your travels
your room is ready for you to move in as soon as you get to your accommodation.
There are several airports in London you can fly to, including Heathrow, Stanstead and Gatwick. To make your journey seamless, we can arrange a transfer to your accommodation. This is compulsory for students under 18.
Airport transfer fees vary depending on the airport you are traveling from. It costs around £210 if you're traveling from London Stansted Airport, £174 from Heathrow Airport or £198 from London Gatwick Airport.
Simply complete the arrival details form, selecting an airport pickup, at least 7 days before your arrival.
If you haven't opted for an airport pickup service, you should make your own travel arrangements. Please plan your journey to INTO London before you arrive in the UK.
For students beginning the International Foundation in Medicine and Health Professions in September, there are a number of things to prepare before you start your studies. If you are intending to study medicine or dentistry, review this timeline for key dates.
In order to secure a place to study medicine, dentistry, physiotherapy, pharmacy or nursing, you'll need to undertake relevant work or volunteer experience before you begin your pathway. Find out more.
Get in touch with our Admissions and Enrolment Support team by emailing intolondonenrolmentsupport@intoglobal.com – we're here to help.
Pack your clothes according to the seasons. In London, the summers are usually mild and the winters can be cold and rainy. Don’t worry if you forget or don’t own something – London has a huge range of shops where you can purchase what you need.
Watch our how to pack video to check that you’ve remembered all your study abroad essentials.
Make sure that you only pack items that you’re allowed to bring into the UK. You can find the list of banned items on the UK Government website.
We advise arriving in London during the weekend before your course starts. You may be able to arrive earlier if your accommodation contract allows. Don’t forget to provide us with your arrival details beforehand.
You’ll receive your academic timetable via email, at the end of your first week. You need to have paid your fees and enrolled before you can start classes.
It’s perfectly normal to miss the familiarity of your home life when you move abroad to study. At INTO London, we put your wellbeing first. Our dedicated Student Services team are available for any support or help you might need – and your Personal Tutor can assist with any academic queries. You’ll be surrounded by friendly faces and new friends from the moment you arrive at the INTO Center, which will soon become your ‘home away from home’.
Read our tips to deal with homesickness while studying abroad.
We look forward to meeting you during Welcome Week, which takes place across the first week of the semester. It may include the following:
a fun-filled orientation program
meeting the Student Services team and support staff
getting to know your classmates and teachers
help opening a bank account and registering with a doctor
an introduction to your personalized study program
essential study skills development
tours of the INTO Center and local area.
Email us at intolondonenrolmentsupport@intoglobal.com or message us directly – we’re here to support you throughout your study abroad journey.
