Can I work part-time while studying English in London?

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I want to do a 6-month intensive course. Can I get a part-time job to cover food and rent?

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Short answer: **no**, on a Short-term Study visa or as a tourist. Both prohibit work — paid or unpaid. You can get a Student visa which allows 20h/week of part-time work, but it requires a course over 11 months at an accredited school with a CAS, plus proof of funds. For 6 months specifically, you can't legally work. Plan to bring the full budget with you. Working illegally is risky — UK Border Force does enforce this and a deportation closes the door on future UK visas (including potentially Schengen).

Can I work part-time while studying English in London?

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