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Last updated: 16 September 2026
How to register with the Office for Students
Last updated: 16 September 2026
We are currently processing a high volume of registration applications, which include applications following the Department for Education's requirement for franchise providers to apply to register with the OfS by 1 July 2026.
Providers should be aware that this is likely to lead to longer registration assessment timelines in some cases, particularly for some applications not impacted by this DfE requirement and for future applicants.
Published 21 August 2025
Last updated 16 September 2026 + show all updates
Last updated 16 September 2026 + show all updates
16 September 2026 - Amendments are part of a package of updates to provide clarity for providers about the requirements for registration.
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