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What visa do I need for the UK?
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Are you currently in the UK?
Yes
No
What is the purpose to stay in the UK?
To continue my studies
To continue living and / or working in the UK
To start working after graduating University
What is the purpose of your trip to the UK?
Study
Work
Leisure / Tourism
To stay with my child who will be attending school
You may be eligible for the Graduate Visa or Skilled Worker Visa
Read more about Graduate Visas
.
If you'd like to receive support or further information, please send us a message.
We'd be happy to help.
How old are you?
18 or above
Below 18
You may be eligible for a Child Student Visa
Read more about Child Student & Student Visas
.
You may be eligible for a Student Visa
Read more about Child Student & Student Visas
.
If you'd like to receive support or further information, please send us a message.
We'd be happy to help.
Is your child under 12 and studying at an independent school?
Yes
No
You may be eligible to apply for a Parent of a Child Student Visa
Read more about Parent of Child Student Visas
.
You are ineligible to apply for the Parent of a Child Student Visa. You may need to find an alternative way to enter the UK. Please contact one of our advisors to discuss your options.
Read more about Parent of Child Student Visas
.
If you'd like to receive support or further information, please send us a message.
We'd be happy to help.
How long will you be staying in the UK?
Less than 180 days
More than 180 days
What country is your passport issued by?
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Please contact us to discuss what options may be suitable to you.
You can enter the UK visa-free for up to 180 days.
You can enter the UK visa-free for up to 180 days if your passport has a personal ID number on the Bio Data page.
You will require a Visitor Visa
Read more about Visitor Visas
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You can enter with an Electronic Visa Waiver (EVW)
If you'd like to receive support or further information, please send us a message.
We'd be happy to help.
Do you wish to extend your current visa or switch to a different route?
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Are you coming to the UK to work for a new employer?
Yes
No
Do you have a job offer from a UK employer?
Yes
No
Is your current employer transferring you to your new employer in the UK?
Yes
No
Are you coming to the UK to provide a service to a UK company under a valid international trade agreement contract?
Yes
No
Unfortunately, we are unable to provide assistance until you find a
UK Sponsor
. Once you have a UK Sponsor in place, please speak to us if you require further help.
You may be eligible for a Secondment Worker Visa
Read more about Secondment Visas
.
You may be eligible for a Service Supplier Visa
Read more about Service Supplier Visas
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You may be eligible for a Skilled Worker Visa
Read more about Skilled Worker Visas
.
If you'd like to receive support or further information, please send us a message.
We'd be happy to help.
If you'd like to receive support or further information, please send us a message.
We'd be happy to help.
Have you worked for your current employer at least 12 months?
Yes
No
Is your current employer already established in the UK?
Yes
No
Is your job part of the Graduate Training Programme?
Yes
No
Are you a specialist in your field?
Yes
No
Do you earn over £73,900 per year?
Yes
No
You may be eligible for the Graduate or Skilled Worker Visa
Read more about Skilled Worker Visas
.
You may be eligible for the Senior or Specialist Visa
Read more about Senior or Specialist Visas
.
You could be eligible for an Expansion Worker Visa
Read more about Expansion Worker Visas
.
You could be eligible for a Graduate Trainee Visa
Read more about Graduate Trainee Visas
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You may be eligible for the Skilled Worker Visa
Read more about Skilled Worker Visas
.
Please contact us to discuss what options may be suitable to you.
If you'd like to receive support or further information, please send us a message.
We'd be happy to help.
What is your current visa status?
Expansion Worker
Secondment Worker
Senior or Specialist Worker
Service Supplier
Skilled Worker
Graduate Trainee
Student Visa
Graduate Visa
You can extend your Expansion Worker visa from inside the UK, if all the following are true:
You have the
same job
as when you were given your previous permission.
Your job is in the same occupation code as when you were given permission.
You are still working for the same employer who gave you your
certificate of sponsorship.
You have not reached the
maximum total stay (2 years).
Read more about Expansion Worker Visas
.
You can extend your Secondment Worker visa from inside the UK if all of the following are true:
You are still working for the UK sponsor who gave you your current certificate of sponsorship
You are still working on the same contract your employer has with your sponsor.
You have not reached the maximum total stay (2 years).
Read more about Secondment Worker Visas
.
You can extend your Senior or Specialist Worker visa from inside the UK if all of the following are true:
You have the same job as when you were given your previous permission.
Your job is in the same occupation code as when you were given your previous permission.
You are still working for the employer who gave you your current certificate of sponsorship.
You have not reached the maximum total stay (5 years in any 6 year-period if you are paid less than £73,900.00 a year or 9 years in any 10 year-period if you are paid £73,900.00 or more a year).
Time spent in the UK under certain visas may count towards the maximum limit.
Read more about Senior or Specialist Worker Visas
.
You can extend your Service Supplier Worker visa from inside the UK if:
You are still contracted to work for the sponsor who gave you your current certificate of sponsorship
Your job, qualifications and experience meet the eligibility requirements.
you have not reached the maximum total stay (6 or 12 months depending on the type of trade agreement you are providing services under).
Read more about Service Supplier Visas
.
You can extend your Skilled Worker visa from inside the UK , if all of the following are true:
You have the same job as when you were given your previous permission.
Your job is in the same occupation code as when you were given your previous permission.
You are still working for the employer who gave you your current certificate of sponsorship.
Read more about Skilled Worker Visas
.
You cannot extend your Graduate Trainee visa from inside the UK. You must leave the UK and re-apply from outside of the UK, after working for your employer overseas for 3 months immediately before you apply.
Read more about Graduate Trainee Visas
.
You can extend your Student Visa from inside the UK
Read more about Student Visas
.
You cannot extend or re-apply for a graduate visa, in order to stay in the UK, you will have to switch into another visa route.
Read more about Graduate Visas
.
If you'd like to receive support or further information, please send us a message.
We'd be happy to help.
What is your current visa status (Switch)?
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Short Term Student
Parent of a child student
Seasonal Worker Visa
Domestic Worker in a private household
Graduate Visa
Student Visa
Spouse Visa
Dependent Visa
Skilled Worker Visa
Fiancé Visa
Youth Mobility Scheme Visa
You cannot switch into another visa category. You must leave the UK and apply to re-enter under a different category, please contact us to discuss your options.
You can switch into the following categories :
Skilled Worker Visa
Start Up Visa
Spouse Visa
Read more about Graduate Visas
You can switch into the following categories:
Graduate Visa
Spouse Visa
Skilled Worker Visa
Start Up Visa
Please note you cannot switch into a Start Up or Skilled Worker Visa until you have completed your course
Read more about Student Visas
.
You can switch into the:
Skilled Worker Route
Student Route
Start-up Route
Private Life Route
You may be eligible for the High Potential Individual (HPI) visa.
Read more about Spouse Visas
.
You can switch into the:
Skilled Worker Route
Student Route
Start-up Route
Private Life Route
You may be eligible for the High Potential Individual (HPI) visa.
Read more about Dependent Visas
.
You can switch into the:
Spouse / Partner Visa
Student Route
Start-up Route
High Potential Individual (HPI) visa
Read more about Skilled Worker Visas
.
You can switch to the Spouse Visa
Read more about Spouse Visas
.
You can switch into the:
Skilled Worker Visa
Start-up Route
High Potential Individual (HPI) visa
Spouse Via
If you'd like to receive support or further information, please send us a message.
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