British students in EU to face international university fees by 2028
A Brexit-era grace period protecting university tuition rates for British passport holders living in the European Union is set to expire, according to a report by The Local.
By Europa Express17 Jul 2026 · 09:30 CETUpdated 17 Jul 2026 · 09:30 CET
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Core Briefing: British students in EU to face international university fees by 2028
Strategic Context: A Brexit-era grace period protecting university tuition rates for British passport holders living in the European Union is set to expire, according to a report by The Local.
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British students residing within the European Union will no longer qualify for home fee status at UK universities starting in 2028. According to The Local, the change follows the conclusion of a post-Brexit grace period that previously allowed these students to access domestic tuition rates.
Without this protection, students could face costs as much as three times higher than the current domestic rate. The policy adjustment marks the final phase-out of transitional arrangements established following the United Kingdom's departure from the European Union.