Follow our simple guide to see if you need to apply.

1. Are you a UK or EU National?

Yes: You do not need to apply for an ATAS Certificate

No: Please see question 2

2. Does your subject JACS Code begin with any of the following:

• F2 – materials Science
• F3 – physics (including Nuclear Physics)
• H3 – mechanical Engineering
• H4 – aerospace Engineering
• J5 – materials Technology not otherwise specified

Yes: You must apply for your ATAS certificate before you apply for a visa or extension of stay.

No: You do not need to apply for an ATAS Certificate

JACS Code:

To confirm whether you need an ATAS certificate or not, you will need the relevant JACS code that applies to your course.

Your University will either include this on your official letter or will be able to confirm it separately. Please do not contact us to ask which JACS code applies to your course. Only your University will be able to tell you this information.

Do not guess at which JACS code is relevant your studies. If you register with the wrong JACS code you cannot change. Please ensure you have the right JACS code before you start your application.

What Next if you need to apply for an ATAS certificate?

If you are a new student:

You should only apply for an ATAS certificate AFTER you have received either a conditional or unconditional offer from a UK University. Please do not apply without this your application will be rejected.

Please also have details of your modules you will be studying to hand as you will need this to make your application.

Read the Guidance Notes before you apply

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