University of Leeds RAG status

Is Leeds Green or Red? University of Leeds is Green band. View refusal, enrolment, and completion metrics plus what this means for CAS and visa risk.

Quick answer

University of Leeds is listed as Green band in our UKVI RAG intelligence database. This sponsor currently meets all UKVI RAG thresholds. Full CAS allocation applies under the compliance framework.

Green band

University of Leeds — Green band

Leeds, England

Sponsor type: Higher Education Institution (HEI)

Last reviewed: 31/05/2026

Compliance metrics

UKVI RAG uses three metrics. The worst single metric determines the overall band — not an average.

Metric	University of Leeds	Green threshold
Visa refusal rate	3.4%	Below 4%
Student enrolment rate	96.5%	Above 96%
Course completion rate	92.4%	Above 92%

Current band assessment for Green: refusal Below 4%, enrolment Above 96%, completion Above 92%.

What Green band means for applicants

• Full CAS allocation under the UKVI RAG compliance framework.
• No automatic CAS restriction from band assignment alone.
• Still verify current status with the institution before paying deposits.

Is University of Leeds Green or Red?

University of Leeds is Green band — meeting all three UKVI RAG compliance thresholds in our database.

Frequently asked questions

What is University of Leeds RAG status?

University of Leeds is currently listed as Green band under the UKVI Red-Amber-Green framework. This sponsor currently meets all UKVI RAG thresholds. Full CAS allocation applies under the compliance framework.

Is University of Leeds Green or Red?

University of Leeds is Green band — meeting all three UKVI RAG compliance thresholds in our database.

Is Leeds RAG Green, Amber, or Red?

Leeds (University of Leeds) is Green band. See compliance metrics on this page and verify with the institution before paying deposits.

Can University of Leeds issue CAS?

University of Leeds is Green band — full CAS allocation applies under the UKVI RAG framework, subject to individual eligibility.

What does Green band mean for University of Leeds applicants?

Full CAS allocation under the UKVI RAG compliance framework. No automatic CAS restriction from band assignment alone. Still verify current status with the institution before paying deposits.

Is it safe to apply to University of Leeds?

University of Leeds is Green band in our database. Green sponsors carry the lowest framework risk; Amber and Red require extra verification. Always assess your own visa credibility and documentation.

How do I verify University of Leeds UKVI RAG rating?

Search University of Leeds on our band checker or confirm directly with the institution's admissions or compliance team. Official UKVI public band lists are expected from summer 2027.

Related pages

• Check another sponsor
• All Green band sponsors
• Sponsor RAG status lookup guide
• What is UKVI RAG?
• University of Leeds RAG status (this page)

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)

Green band sponsor identified

This sponsor meets current UKVI RAG thresholds. Review the full Green band guide for context.