Treat every payment as a documented transaction. Pressure to pay quickly is not a substitute for a verified offer and clear written terms.
Before transfer
- Confirm the legal recipient name and bank account
- Match the amount to an official invoice or current admission guide
- Ask which charges are refundable and under what conditions
- Confirm whether accommodation is included or billed separately
- Verify the offer through official university contact details
After transfer
Keep the bank record, invoice, receipt, application reference and all correspondence together. Check that the university has credited the payment to the correct student record.
Warning signs
Do not send funds to an unrelated personal account, accept altered bank details without independent verification or rely on a fee table that has no academic year or source.
Last reviewed 15/07/2026