Proof-of-funds calculator · 18 destinations · Free for students
How much money must you show for a student visa?
A missing or mistimed bank balance is the No. 1 reason student visas get refused. Pick your destination and programme and we'll show the exact amount to prepare — based on the official rule, with the hold period and account type spelled out.
Proof-of-funds calculator
How much money must you show for the visa?
Every student visa asks you to prove you can pay Year 1. Pick your destination and programme and we'll show the bank balance to prepare — with the official rule it's based on.
Funds to prepare for Year 1
Source: official guidance. Thresholds change yearly and LKR figures use an indicative rate — we re-check the exact amount and rule before you submit. Last reviewed 28 May 2026.
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Full visa guide by country
The funds rule is only one part of the visa. Open the full guide for documents, processing times, common refusal reasons and how we de-risk your file.
United Kingdom
Student visa guide
Germany
Student visa guide
Ireland
Student visa guide
Netherlands
Student visa guide
France
Student visa guide
Switzerland
Student visa guide
Italy
Student visa guide
Sweden
Student visa guide
Finland
Student visa guide
Austria
Student visa guide
Malta
Student visa guide
USA
Student visa guide
Canada
Student visa guide
Australia
Student visa guide
New Zealand
Student visa guide
Singapore
Student visa guide
South Korea
Student visa guide
Dubai
Student visa guide
Frequently asked
Proof of funds, explained
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What each country wants to see, and the mistakes that cause refusals.
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Get your funds right the first time
We structure your bank statements, sponsor declarations and source-of-funds letters to the exact rule for your country — and re-check the maths before you submit. It starts with an in-person visit to any of our three offices. Free for students.
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