International Arrivals Timeline

If you're starting your course in January 2026, follow this timeline and complete the key tasks to ensure a smooth transition to studying at Sheffield Hallam University.

Date Task
          

Pay £5,000 of your fee before you enrol.

Find out how you can pay here.

You cannot enrol until the payment has been received.

2 weeks before the start of your course            

You will be invited to enrol online via email, approximately 2 weeks before your course start date. Activate your student IT account (PDF, 643KB) once you receive your email and enrol online

Before you travel

 

Activate your eVisa

7 – 23 January 2026

Visit the Meet and Greet Desk with your questions. You'll find the desk in the entrance of the Owen Building (Level 5), City Campus.

Opening times: 10am - 4pm, Monday - Friday

12 – 14 January 2026

Manchester Airport pickup service available. Please book in advance. 

14 January 2026

Recommended final date to arrive in Sheffield.        

15 January 2026

Book and attend Orientation.

9.15am – 12pm – Orientation (main information session)
12pm – 2.30pm – Student Success Marketplace
2pm – 4pm – Social Walks & Tours

16 January 2026

Attend your course induction.

16 January 2026

Exchange Students Induction.

10am – 12pm

For exchange students only.

22 January 2026

Attend the following International Welcome sessions: 

  • Your Health & Wellbeing – 12pm
  • Study Smart in the UK – 12.30pm
  • How to Find a Part-time Job – 1pm

Throughout January 2026

International student document checking appointments.

You can find more information about how to book an appointment and the documents you need to bring with you here.