CAS Letter Delays: What Indian Students Need to Do to Keep 2025 Rejections at Bay

30 June 2025

Why are Indian students encountering so many CAS letter delays in 2025? With more than 140,000 Indian students making the journey to the UK alone in 2024, competition in admissions and timely documentation is stronger than ever. One of the scariest challenges for applicants these days is the late release of the Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) letter, which may lead to late visa applications, final-minute cancellations, or automatic rejection. Much is at stake, and learning how to circumvent these delays can salvage your scholarship fate.

At BCES Admissions Abroad, we’ve worked closely with students who nearly missed their intake because they didn’t plan for CAS delays. Whether it’s missing a document, late fee payments, or communication gaps with the university, these small missteps can create massive complications. But the good news? All of it is avoidable—with the right preparation and guidance.

What Is a CAS Letter and Why Is It So Important?

CAS letter is a letter from your university to confirm your offer of acceptance and is a crucial part of a UK Tier 4 student visa application. You cannot apply for a visa at all without it, whenever you receive your offer letter. Universities generally start to send CAS letters 60–90 days prior to the course commencement date but hold-ups are now standard because of higher application rates and tighter verification procedures.

Top CAS Delay Reasons 

Inadequate Documentation: Students continue to procrastinate submitting final academic transcript or English proficiency certificate.

Payment of Tuition Fee Late: Universities ask for partial or complete payment before processing CAS.

Credibility Interviews: There are universities that have interviews, and late scheduling or interview passing results in CAS delay.

 

Backlogs at the University: Universities are bogged down with the volume of applications, particularly for intakes such as September.

Slow Student Response: Delays in responding to university mail, especially document clarification, are one of the causes of delays.

How Can Indian Students Prevent CAS Delays?

Here is how you can outsmart the rest and not have your journey hampered:

  1. Apply Early and Fulfill All the Requirements

Start your university applications at least 6 months before your desired intake. Do not wait for deadlines—take control of them. Have all document submissions, as well as paid tuition fees, done in advance.

  1. Keep an Eye on University Emails

Check your email and spam folder frequently. Universities will be sending CAS-related queries, and even a 24-hour lag in responding to them can send your CAS to the end of the queue.

  1. Prepare for Credibility Interviews

Practice mock interviews and organize practice interviews with BCES Admissions Abroad. A bad performance or failed interview can delay your CAS approval.

  1. Good SOP and Financial Documents

Some CAS decisions rely on the quality of your Statement of Purpose and finances. Prepare new bank statements, sponsor letters, and affidavits well in advance.

  1. Constantly Stay in Touch with Your Counsellor

Let us help you with our professional education consultants at BCES Admissions Abroad so you never miss important deadlines and notifications. 

What Happens If Your CAS Letter Is Delayed?

If your CAS is delayed:

You will forfeit your visa application time frame.

The visa won’t be processed in time for you to start your course.

Universities will defer or withdraw your offer, particularly if your visa isn’t issued within their internal cut-off date.

You can lose fees on course tuition and visas.

Getting your CAS letter on time isn’t just paperwork—it’s the gateway to your education abroad. By staying alert, organized, and supported by a trusted consultant, you can confidently avoid delays that many other students unfortunately face. At BCES Admissions Abroad, we are committed to guiding you step by step—from offer to CAS to visa—ensuring that no delay stands in the way of your future. Need help securing your CAS letter without delays? Contact BCES Admissions Abroad today at +91 9319996328 and take the stress out of your study abroad journey. We’re here to support you every step of the way.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Most universities send CAS letters 4 to 8 weeks prior to your course starting date, if you’ve paid and submitted all documents.

No, a CAS letter is a required condition for your visa application. You cannot go ahead without it.

Call up your university and your consultant immediately. Sometimes small document discrepancies or communications are the reason.

We offer detailed one-to-one assistance, timely reminders, document checking, mock interview sessions, and constant follow-up with your university to prevent delays.

Yes. If it will delay your visa application during the intake period, the university may withdraw your offer or defer your intake.