Red band universities UK — UKVI Red list

Red band is the highest UKVI RAG compliance risk tier — CAS allocation cut by at least 10% and sponsor licence under heightened scrutiny.

High risk universities UK — what Red means

Red sponsors have materially breached compliance thresholds. Students should seek written CAS confirmation or consider Green band alternatives before large deposits.

Frequently asked questions

Which universities are high risk under UKVI?

Browse the Red band list and use the band checker for current intelligence.

Related guides and tools

• View Red band university list

Help about band assignments

Band assignments on this site reflect independent compliance intelligence monitoring. They are not official UKVI publications. UKVI is expected to publish sponsor ratings on the register from summer 2027. Always verify status with your institution before applying or paying deposits.

Sources

• UK Home Office — Restoring Control Over the Immigration System (White Paper, May 2025)
• UKVI Register of Licensed Sponsors (Students)

Explore the UKVI RAG framework

Search sponsor band status or read the full compliance guide.