ARRIVAL

Arrival: Services

ARRIVAL CHECKLIST

Strathclyde students

Remember to get all these done upon arrival.

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Arrival: Files

BRP COLLECTION

Strathclyde:

Upon registration for BRP, you can choose to collect your BRP at the nearest Post office ( check here to see which branch is nearer to your accommodation) or from the University ( Click here to get the latest address)

University of Glasgow:

- From the University of Glasgow

To do so, please enter our ACL code into the relevant part of your visa application form.
Our ACL code is 2HE499

- From the Post Office

If you did not enter the University's ACL code into your visa application form, you will need to collect it from the Post Office (your decision letter will specify the correct Post Office branch, based on the residential address you entered into your visa application form). Remember to bring your passport and Decision Letter when collecting. You must collect your BRP prior to completing Visa Registration.

More information can be found at https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/registry/tier4/brp/

BANK ACCOUNT

Physical banks

Nationwide
Bank of Scotland
Royal Bank of Scotland
Santander
Barclay
NatWest
HSBC ( can apply from Malaysia, easier to transfer fund)

Online banks

[Banking tips/notes]

Identification Document: Passport, Bank letter or Biometric Residence Permit
No charges for opening a current account
Debit card issued has both cash withdrawal and payWave capabilities
Bank accounts can be managed through internet banking or through the bank app
Usually takes around 2 weeks to activate an account
Withdrawal limit from an ATM is around 500 pounds/day

[Steps for setting up a bank account]

Obtain a Bank Letter from your university
Set up an online account through bank website
Set up an appointment for ID verification
Visit the bank with your identification documents
Wait for your card to arrive at your address

[How-to request for a bank letter]

[FAQs]

Q: What type of account should I apply for?

A: International students in UK normally set up Current accounts for their banking needs

Q: Format for my full name on my bank letter does not match that of my identity document. What should I do?

A: Note that not all banks mandate that the applicant's full name formats must match the identification documents. If required, head to the University student services and request a remark on your bank letter to verify that the different name formats are for the same person

Q: Can I use an international debit card to withdraw cash or make transactions?

A: Depends on the bank. It is best to check with your card issuing bank before leaving the country

Q: Can I open an account at the bank instead of online?

A: Since COVID, most banks encourage accounts to be opened online. For most face-to-face settings, they usually insist you must make an appointment first (online or by phone)