UK 28 Day Rule Checker – UK Student Visa Bank Statement Compliance Tool

The UK 28 Day Rule Checker helps you confirm whether your bank statement meets UK Student Visa financial requirements before submitting your application. UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) requires students to maintain the required proof of funds for at least 28 consecutive days, and your closing balance date must fall within 31 days of your visa application.

Before calculating your eligibility, you can estimate your required funds using our UK Student Visa Proof of Funds Calculator .

How the UK 28 Day Rule Checker Works

UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) requires students to maintain the required funds for a minimum of 28 consecutive days. The closing balance date must be no more than 31 days before your visa application date.

You can read the official guidance on the UKVI financial evidence page .

Understanding the UK Student Visa 28 Day Financial Requirement

Why the UK 28 Day Rule Causes Visa Refusals

One of the most common reasons for UK Student Visa refusal is incorrect financial documentation. Even when applicants have sufficient funds, failure to meet the strict 28 consecutive day requirement can lead to rejection.

This UK 28 Day Rule Checker helps reduce that risk by verifying your statement dates before submission.

The UK Student Visa financial requirement is one of the most common reasons for visa refusals. Many applicants misunderstand the 28-day rule and submit bank statements that do not meet the exact UKVI format requirements.

To comply with the UK 28 day rule:

• The required funds must remain in your account for at least 28 consecutive days.
• The closing balance date must not be more than 31 days before your visa application.
• The balance must never drop below the required amount during the 28-day period.

You can calculate your total required funds using our UK Student Visa Proof of Funds Calculator .

Professional Review Before Submission

While this tool helps you check date compliance, a full financial review ensures your documents meet UKVI standards, including account format, fund source explanation, and dependants calculation.

If you’re unsure, our team at Precious Study Abroad Services can review your documents before you apply.