Global talent scheme The global talent scheme has been opened up to EU, EEA and Swiss citizens. It allows highly-skilled scientists and researchers to come to the UK without a job offer. International students and graduates Student visa routes have been opened up to EU, EEA and Swiss citizens. You can apply for a visa to study in...

A new immigration route has opened today (1 July 2021), allowing international graduates to kick-start their careers in the UK after they have finished their studies at a UK university. The Graduate route provides an opportunity for talented international graduates who have been awarded their degree from a UK university to stay in the UK and work,...

The waiting time starts once you’ve submitted your application online and ends when you get a letter or an email with a decision. As part of the application process, you’ll need to either: book and attend your appointment to submit your fingerprints and a photograph (biometric information) at a UK Visa and Citizenship Application Services (UKVCAS) centre, Service and Support...

Overview You can apply for a Student visa to study in the UK if you’re 16 or over and you: have been offered a place on a course by a licensed student sponsor have enough money to support yourself and pay for your course – the amount will vary depending on your circumstances can speak, read, write and understand...