Many youngsters in Kerala nurture the dream of pursuing their higher education and securing a job in the UK. Professional consultancies play a significant role in realising this dream by assisting in the step-by-step process. But students are often left confused over picking the right consultancy from the hundreds of consultancies that have mushroomed. Finding the right consultancy that suits your requirements is a crucial decision.
Consider these factors before making a decision:
Experience
Check which all agencies have several years of experience in providing student visa services. By going through the website, you will get a better understanding of their experience in this field. Read through the reviews and testimonials of students, who have earlier sought the services of the consultancy, on the website.
Visa success rate
The success rate of the consultancy is determined by the number of students who have secured the visa through the consultancy. The success rate of good consultancies would be high.
Licensed consultant
Check whether the consultancy you intend to choose has a licence and has secured registration from the authorities concerned. The website of the British Council will help you identify the British Council-approved agents and counsellors.
The website: https://www.britishcouncil.org/education/agents-counsellors/database
Services & fees
Only pick those consultancies that provide comprehensive services such as the assistance in applying for visa, for securing admission at the university, and arranging accommodation facilities. Also, compare the fees levied for the services by the consultancy with other consultancies to know if these are reasonable.
References are important
Ask for references from students who had earlier utilised the services of the consultancy. Contact these students over the phone and directly enquire about their experiences with the consultancy.
Well-informed, skilled consultants
Ensure that the consultancies you approach have experienced and skilled consultants who are well-informed about the latest policies and visa regulations.
Personalised services
The needs of each student would be different depending on the university, the course and the location they choose in the UK. Select a good consultancy that provide personalised services that meet your requirements
Only after considering these factors and making enquiries on your own, you should pick the consultancy for higher studies in the UK.
(Information Courtesy: Ealoor Overseas Education Consultancy)