Do i need an ATAS certificate for a short term research in UK? [closed]

1. How do I know if I need ATAS certificate?
2. What courses require an ATAS certificate?
3. Do I need Atas UK?
4. Why is Atas required?
5. How much does ATAS certificate cost?
6. How many days will it take to get ATAS certificate?
7. How do I get a ATAS certificate?
8. Can I reapply for Atas?
9. How do I submit my ATAS application?
10. What is ATAS clearance certificate?
11. What does Atas stand for?
12. Do refugees need Atas?

How do I know if I need ATAS certificate?

You can check whether you need an ATAS certificate at the government's ATAS page.

What courses require an ATAS certificate?

Students taking the following courses will require an ATAS certificate

• F2 – Materials Science.
• F3 – Physics (including Nuclear Physics)
• H3 – Mechanical Engineering.
• H4 – Aerospace Engineering.
• H8 – Chemical, Process and Energy Engineering.
• J5 – Materials Technology not otherwise specified.

Do I need Atas UK?

You need an ATAS certificate if you are an international student applying to study at postgraduate level in the UK. If you are applying to study an undergraduate course with an integrated masters year you may also need ATAS clearance.

Why is Atas required?

The ATAS was introduced on 1 November 2007 to prevent dissemination outside the UK of knowledge and skills that can be used to build and deliver weapons of mass destruction (WMD), by ensuring that applicants do not have links to Advanced Conventional Military Technology (ACMT), WMD programmes and their means of ...

How much does ATAS certificate cost?

It does not cost anything to apply for an ATAS certificate. How long does it take to receive my ATAS certificate? It will usually take at least 20 working days, however in between April and September it can take even longer than this.

How many days will it take to get ATAS certificate?

It can take 30 working days (6 weeks) for an ATAS certificate to be issued and sometimes longer during busy periods. We recommend that you apply as early as possible. There is no charge for applying for an ATAS certificate and you can apply for as many certificates as you have offers.

How do I get a ATAS certificate?

To apply for an ATAS certificate online, you will require:

1. Full details of your previous education.
2. Full details of your previous/current employment (if applicable)
3. Full details of published papers (if applicable)
4. Previous ATAS applications (if applicable)
5. Optional modules you anticipate taking in a taught Masters.

Can I reapply for Atas?

How much does an ATAS certificate cost? There is no charge for an ATAS certificate even if you need to reapply for additional clearance if your course or research area changes. When should I apply for ATAS? You can apply for ATAS clearance up to 9 months before the start date of your course.

How do I submit my ATAS application?

check the details on it are correct and match your offer/research documentation from your HEI or research institute. if the details are correct, print the certificate and include it in your visa application documentation. contact the ATAS unit at ATAS @fcdo.gov.uk if there are mistakes or inaccuracies.

What is ATAS clearance certificate?

An ATAS certificate shows details of the course and Higher Education Institution ( HEI ) you have applied to for clearance. If you have more than 1 offer from different HEIs you'll need to apply for separate ATAS clearance certificates for each HEI and programme of study.

What does Atas stand for?

The AFTA Travel Accreditation Scheme (ATAS) is an industry accreditation scheme that sets the benchmark of quality for the travel industry.

Do refugees need Atas?

All students on a time-limited visa who wish to study at UH must obtain ATAS if their course requires it – this includes students on the following leave types: Tier 1/2/4/5 (including dependents), Spouse, Refugee, Discretionary Leave, Ancestry, Family member of EEA National, Diplomat, Asylum etc.