Introduction to the basic types of work visas in Britain

Foreigners need a work visa to work in the UK, so what kinds of work visas are there in the UK? This is a concern of many people who go abroad. Let's take a look at the introduction of the basic types of work visas in the UK. Welcome to reading.

There are three main types of visas for working in the UK:

Tier1-mainly for entrepreneurial and immigrant applicants;

Tier 2- mainly for applicants who find jobs in guarantee companies;

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The fifth floor-mainly for applicants who find a guarantee job in a short time.

There are different visa types under these categories. The following are the visas that most China students may apply for.

Tier 1 (entrepreneur) visa

Applicants for the Tier 1 (Entrepreneur) visa must have the intention to start a business in the UK and come from countries outside the European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland. You can apply as early as 3 months before you come to the UK, and you can get the results within 3 weeks.

Application conditions: 1. You must have at least 50 thousand pounds of investment funds; 2. You also need to meet the English language requirements; 3. Have enough funds to support your life during your stay in the UK; 4. And your score should reach 95 points; 5. Your age should be 16 or above.

Visa duration: 3 years and 4 months (it can be renewed later)

Application fee: according to your situation, application method, application place and price will change. See below for details:

Application materials: https://www.gov.uk/tier-1-entrepreneur/documents-you-must-provide.

Official introduction and application method: https://www.gov.uk/tier-1-entrepreneur.

Tier 1 (Outstanding Talents) Visa

Tier 1 (Exceptional Talents) Visa, referred to as "ET" visa, is suitable for talents in the fields of science, humanities, engineering, medicine, electronic technology, art, etc., and can apply as long as there is a guarantee from relevant institutions. After preparing the application materials, you can apply online and receive the results within 8 weeks after submitting the application. There are two stages in the application process. In the first stage, you need to apply for your talent certification from Home Office (to prove that you are a leader or an emerging leader in this field). In the second stage, you will officially start applying. The number of applicants for this visa category is limited every year, only 500, and applications are open on April 6 and June 10.

Application conditions: 1. Outstanding performance in science, engineering, humanities, medicine, electronic technology, art and other fields is required; 2. And be recognized by the relevant competent authorities (how to recognize)

Visa duration: 5 years and 4 months (for applications outside the UK) and 5 years (for applications within the UK).

Application fee: according to your situation, application method, application place and price will change. See below for details:

Application materials: https://www.gov.uk/tier-1-except-talent/documents-you-must-provide.

Official introduction and application method: https://www.gov.uk/tier-1-exceptional-talent.

Tier 1 (investor) visa

This visa is the fastest but the most expensive, with an investment of 2 million pounds. You can start applying 3 months before you come to the UK, and you can receive the results within 3 weeks after you submit your application.

Application conditions: 1. Investment funds of at least 2 million pounds; 2. Age 18 years old or above; 3. Can prove that this fund comes from you or your husband/wife or partner; There is a British bank account.

Visa duration: 3 years and 4 months (it can be renewed later)

Application fee: ~ 1, 56 1

Application materials: https://www.gov.uk/tier-1-investor /documents- you must provide it.

Official introduction and application method: https://www.gov.uk/tier-1-investor.

Second-tier (ordinary) visa

This is what most of us call a "work visa". If you find a job, the company has security, and you can apply for permanent residence after working in the UK for five years. Not all companies are qualified to guarantee this visa.

Application conditions: 1. Number of relevant qualification certificate of the guarantee company; 2. Wages that meet the work signing standards; 3. Meet certain English language requirements; There must be at least 945 pounds in the account after 4.90 days (not necessary if your guarantor is A).

Visa duration: 3 years (renewable)

Application fee: The visa fee will be different according to your personal situation and application place.

Application materials: https://www.gov.uk/tier-2-general/documents-you-must-provide.

Official introduction and application method: https://www.gov.uk/tier-2-general

Level 2 (Athlete) Visa

If you are already an accomplished athlete or coach and want to develop your sports career in the UK, your British work organization can guarantee you. You can also apply three months before you go to the UK, and you will receive the results within three weeks.

Application conditions: 1. Number of relevant qualification certificate of the guarantee company; 2. Meet relevant English language requirements; There must be at least 945% deposit in the account after 3.90 days.

Visa duration: 3 years (it can be renewed later)

Application fee: according to your personal situation, the application fee is different.

Application materials: https://www.gov.uk/tier-2-sportsperson-worker-visa/documents-you-must-provide.

Official introduction and application method: https://www.gov.uk/tier-2-sportsperson-worker-visa

Tier 5 (temporary workers-creativity and sports) visa

This kind of visa can work in the UK for 12 months, but it is only applicable to athletes or actors, dancers, musicians or filmmakers. Apply three months in advance, and the results will be available within three weeks after submitting the materials.

Application conditions: 1. Number of relevant qualification certificate of the guarantee company; There must be at least 945% deposit in the account after 2.90 days.

Visa duration: 12 months (it can be renewed later)

Application fee: the application fee will vary according to individual circumstances.

Application materials: https://www.gov.uk/tier-5-temporary-worker-creative-and-sports-visa/documents-you-must-provide.

Official introduction and application method: https://www.gov.uk/tier-5-temporary-worker-creative-and-sports-visa.

Tier 5 (Temporary Worker-Government Authorized Exchange) Visa

Many people think that this is a visa to replace PSW, but it is not. These are just some short-term internship opportunities recognized by the British government and guaranteed by specific institutions. Generally speaking, internship opportunities will only be given after the applicant provides a certain fee. After successful application, visa holders can stay in the UK for 12 months or 24 months. During this period, visa holders are not allowed to find full-time jobs, but can only work in sponsored internship institutions, but they can do a second job that does not exceed 20 hours per week.

Application conditions: 1. Number of relevant qualification certificate of the guarantee company; 2. There must be at least ~ 945 pounds in the account for 90 days (not necessary if your self-help is A).

Visa duration: 12 or 24 months (depending on the project you choose)

Application fee: The visa fee will be different according to your personal situation.

Application materials: https://www. gov. uk/tier-5- government authorization-exchange/documents-you-must-provide.

Official introduction and application method: https://www.gov.uk/tier-5-government-authorised-exchange