Question to the Home Office:
To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what steps his Department is taking to improve the application process for student visas.
During 2023, straightforward applications were delivered within published Service Standards.
My department introduced technology for a fully digital application process for EEA customers, and customers of any nationality applying in the UK using a UK residence permit.
We are continually making improvements to processes, working closely with the education sector to support students to apply early with the correct documentation.