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There are many different types of
Visas and Work Permits which are available to people looking for work, depending
on their individual circumstances. We have given a brief description below of
some of the main Visas and Work Permits we encounter, helpful information
regarding these Visas / Work Permits and links for both
clients and
candidates alike to
gain more information on them.
Working Holiday Visa: -
The Working Holidaymaker Scheme is an arrangement where a
person aged between 17 and 30 can come to the UK for an extended holiday of up to
two years. You can work for up to 12 months of your holiday, but the holiday
should be the main reason for your stay, not the work.
HSW (Formerly known as HSMP):
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The highly skilled
worker category is designed to allow highly skilled people to come to the United Kingdom
to look for work or self-employment opportunities. You do not need to have a
specific job offer but will need to demonstrate that you are highly skilled,
have money to support yourself and are able to speak English.
Spousal Visa:
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To be eligible for a Spousal visa you
must have been married to, or able to show that you have been cohabiting with,
an eligible person, for 2 years. An eligible person is a citizen of
Britain
or the EU, or a UK
resident who is free from immigration control.
Ancestry
Visa: -
You must intend to work or look for a job in the UK if you wish to gain entry to the UK in this
category. If you do gain a UK Ancestry visa, you will have permission to stay
for five years. After five years, you will be able to apply for permanent
residence in the UK
as long as:
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you continue to meet the requirements of the Immigration Rules for United
Kingdom Ancestry, and
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you have spent five years in employment in the
UK
in this way, without any long periods of time spent living outside the UK.
Student Visa:
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A student visa allows you to spend time in the
UK
while studying, with the ability to work part-time. In order to remain in the UK as a student,
you will be required to demonstrate that you have been accepted on a course of
study at an organisation which is included on the Department for Innovation,
Universities and Skills register of education and training providers and is at
either:
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A publicly-funded institution of further of higher
education (e.g. a university) or
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A private education institution or
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An independent fee-paying school
You will also be required to demonstrate that you intend the
following:
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A recognised, full-time degree course or
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A course which is run during the week that necessitates at least
fifteen hours of organised daytime study per week or
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A full-time course of study at an independent fee-paying
school
It is essential that you are able to pay for your chosen
course and that you are able to support and accommodate yourself (and any
dependents) without working beyond the restrictions of the visa, and without
assistance from public funds.
As a student, you may take part-time or holiday work.
However, you may not:
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Work for more than 20 hours per week during the term
time;
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Do any business or be self-employed, nor provide services as a
professional sports person or entertainer; or
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Work full-time in a
permanent job.
There are many other different types
of visas (Dependant Visa, Settlement Visa) and we advise all candidates or
clients who have any questions regarding these to give
us a call or go to the
UK Border Agencies website.
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