Our arrival information will help you make your travel and first days in Manchester as easy as possible.
On these pages you'll find everything you need to know about moving to Manchester. You can make your move much easier by following our advice on how to prepare before you move and what to do once you've arrived here.
All of the information here, and lots more, is in our Arrival Guide, which has been written specifically for students who have accepted an offer from The University of Manchester.
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If you are planning to stay in University accommodation, you will need to apply before 31 August to be sure of getting a place. If you intend to find private accommodation, it is a good idea to find out what is available and how much it will cost before you travel.
Having a UK bank account is essential for many of the services you may need during your stay in Manchester. There are some things you can do to prepare before you leave your home country.
Most students in the UK use social networking sites, such as Facebook and Twitter. On these sites you can get in touch with other students who are moving to Manchester from your country, as well as getting answers to any questions you may have by talking to current students.
You must make sure that you have fulfilled the necessary immigration requirements before leaving your country.
We strongly advise students to get vaccinated against meningitis C and MMR (measles, mumps and rubella) before arriving in Manchester.
Completing the online registration process confirms you as a member of the University and entitles you to attend lectures and use University facilities. You can complete your registration online from 1 September from any computer with an internet connection.
Manchester has excellent direct transport links with most countries and if you arrive at Manchester Airport you can take advantage of our free airport collection service.
International students who are here for longer than six months are entitled to free heath care under the National Health Service. Find out more about registering with a doctor, emergency care and other health services.
Our four-day Orientation Programme will help you settle into your new home quickly and is a great way to meet new friends before the start of term.
Visitors to the UK from certain countries will be required to register with the local police. The University can help make this process quick and easy.
Manchester is a safe and welcoming city. But like anywhere else, there are some simple things you can do to make sure you and your belongings stay safe and secure while you are living here.
As well as the tasks that you will definitely need to get done before you get to Manchester – sorting out your accommodation, planning your travel, getting a visa – there are other things that you might not think of that will prove to be really useful when you are here. Have a look at our checklist, which could form the basis of a 'to do list' of your own.
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