Do I need my overseas degree assessed before applying for the HPI visa?

If your qualification was awarded by an eligible university outside the UK, you normally need to apply to Ecctis (the UK's national agency for qualification comparisons) for a confirmation that your award is equivalent to the relevant UK academic level.

This assessment can take time, so start it well before you apply. You will also need to meet the English language requirement and show you have enough personal savings to support yourself, so gather all of this evidence early to avoid delays or refusal.