Short Term Work Visa

GRADUATE VISA

The Graduate Visa allows international students who have completed an eligible UK degree to stay in the UK to work, or look for work, for two years (three years for those being awarded doctorates) after they have completed their studies. The Graduate Visa does not lead directly to settlement, but graduates on the route are able to switch into other work-based routes which can lead to settlement.

Graduate Visa Requirements

In order to qualify for a Graduate Visa, you will need to satisfy UK Visas & Immigration that:

• You have successfully completed a UK degree, or other eligible course;
• You have studied at a Higher Education Provider which is a student sponsor with a track record of compliance;
• You have held permission as a Student, which was granted to study the relevant qualification in the UK, for a minimum period of time;
• You are applying from within the UK and have valid leave as a Student or Tier 4 Student at the date of application;
• You have not previously held permission on the Doctorate Extension Scheme (DES), or the Graduate route;
• You do not fall for refusal on grounds of suitability.

The exact requirements you will need to satisfy will vary depending on your circumstances. You may want to speak to an immigration lawyer for expert advice.

TEMPORARY WORK - CREATIVE WORKER VISA

The Temporary Work – Creative Worker visa is for individuals who have been offered short-term work in the UK for up to 12 months within the creative sector.

A creative worker is someone who can make a unique contribution to the UK’s creative industries, for example, as an actor, dancer, musician, entertainer, fashion model or film crew. Technical or support staff (‘entourage’) may accompany eligible creative workers.

The Creative Worker visa is not a route to settlement, but applicants can extend their stay up to a maximum of two years with the same employer. Creative Worker visa holders can also be joined by a dependent partner and children under the age of 18.

Requirements for a Temporary Work – Creative Worker Visa

In order to qualify for a Temporary Work – Creative Worker Visa, you will need to satisfy UK Visas and Immigration that:

• You have an offer of a job as a creative worker from a sponsor that holds a valid Temporary Work – Creative Worker sponsor licence (which requires a valid Certificate of Sponsorship for the role you wish to undertake);
• You will be paid the minimum salary as set by Equity, PACT or BECTU (except for models, musicians or circuses);
• You genuinely intend, and are able, to undertake the role for which you are being sponsored and do not intend to undertake other employment;
• You have personal savings to support yourself in the UK;
• Your application does not fall for refusal under the general grounds for refusal;
• You have provided a valid TB certificate, if required.
• The exact requirements you will need to satisfy may vary depending on your circumstances. You may want to speak to an immigration lawyer for expert advice.