It is not advisable to bring large amounts of cash to the UK but you will need enough British currency for the first few days (about £400). Traveller's cheques, debit or credit cards are a safer option than carrying cash. Major credit cards are widely accepted in the UK but you need to make sure before you come here that you are able to use your debit card in the UK.
There is no limit on the amount of money you can bring into the UK, but there may be a restriction on the amount of money you can take out of your home country. You need to make arrangements for bringing money into the UK to pay for your tuition, accommodation and living expenses several months before your programme is due to begin.
You should contact your bank in your home country to find the best way to transfer your money to the UK, about running a bank account in the UK, whether your bank has a special relationship with any of the UK banks, and whether you can use cash cards from your home bank in cash machines in the UK. This should be done well in advance of leaving for the UK.
Find out the best way to transfer money from you home country to the UK from your bank at home or your nearest British Council office, Britsih Embassy or High Commission.