FAQs

What date should I travel to the UK?

You are advised to travel to the UK a few days before the start date of your course to allow time to settle in to your new environment. However, please note, although you will receive your stipend one day after you arrive in the UK, it will be calculated according to the start date of […]

What happens if I lose my cash card?

A replacement card will be provided. However, there will be a fee to issue a new cash card and for the transfer of funds. This fee will be applied to you and deducted from the amount transferred on your replacement card. Please advise your programme officer or the fellowships team as soon as possible if your […]

Can I travel outside of the UK whilst on my Chevening Award?

As a Chevening Scholar we want you to experience as much of the UK and its culture as possible. Therefore during the tenure of your scholarship, you are permitted to travel outside of the UK for a maximum of 30 days. Travel outside of the UK requires prior consent, so you should notify your programme […]

I have two passports, which one should I use when travelling to the UK?

Ideally you should use the passport from the country for which you have been awarded the scholarship. However, you should use the passport which you have used for your CAS and to apply for your visa. You should not use a diplomatic or government official passport to travel to the UK because your Chevening Scholarship […]

What should I do if my passport is close to expiring?

Your passport should ideally be valid for the entirety of your award. We can accept your passport if it is valid until the November after your course starts. f However, you will need to renew your passport while you are in the UK. This can take some time and is at your own risk. If […]