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Overview
The points-based system was introduced for highly skilled migrants, entrepreneurs, investors and foreign students wanting to work in the UK. Under the Tier 1 Post Study Work visa, foreign students graduating from a university in the United Kingdom can apply to stay in the UK to work, on completion of their studies. The visa is issued for a period of 2 years and cannot be extended; however, applicants can transfer to another visa category.
The Post Study visa replaces the International Graduates Scheme (IGS) and the Fresh Talent Working in Scotland Scheme and encourages students to remain in the UK. It is a transitional route for highly skilled students to gain UK experience and or earnings to switch into another Tier 1 visa category of the points-based system or the Tier 2.
Post Study visa holders can take up employment anywhere in the UK, without the need for a sponsor for the length of their stay. It is a points-based system and applicants should satisfy the requirements of UK qualification, study at a United Kingdom institution, visa status during UK study and/or research, award of the qualification, English language and maintenance funds.
Basic Features of the Post Study Work Visa:
- Allows international students who studied in the UK to stay back & work without the need for sponsorship.
- Successful applicants can live and work in the UK for a period of 2 years.
- PSW visa holders can transfer into any other Tier 1 or Tier 2 visa category, at any time.
- Dependents can be included in the application
- Dependents too can work or study in the UK without restrictions
- Process time 3 weeks
Eligibility
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Students can apply for the post-study worker category if they are:
- in the United Kingdom with permission to stay under the Science and Engineering Graduates Scheme (SEGS), International Graduates Scheme (IGS) or Fresh Talent: Working in Scotland Scheme (FT:WISS); or
- in the United Kingdom as a student, which includes students, student nurses, students resitting examinations, and students writing up a thesis, and want to switch into the post-study worker category.
To be eligible to apply for the post study work visa, the basic requirement is to score a minimum of 95 points. The criteria to score the points are UK qualification, study at a United Kingdom institution, immigration status during the study and/or research, date of award of the qualification, English language and maintenance funds.
UK Qualifications
- Applicants should have successfully completed their course and should have earned a degree/certificate in- A recognized UK degree at the bachelor or a postgraduate level
- A UK postgraduate certificate or diploma
- A Higher National Diploma qualification from a recognized Scottish institution
Institutions
- To earn points the institution the students complete their course should be a UK recognized or listed body. The institution should also be included on the Tier 4 sponsors licensing register.Immigration Status
- The applicant’s immigration status during the study should have been that of a student or as a dependent of a main applicant on an eligible visa category.Qualification award date
- Applications should be made within 12 months of obtaining the qualificationEnglish Language Ability
- Applicants must meet the English language requirement to earn 10 points.Maintenance Funds
- It is mandatory to demonstrate your ability to support yourself and any dependents, for the entire duration of your stay in the UK without recourse to public funds. The funds requirement for the principal applicant is £2,800 and an additional £1,600 needed for each dependant accompanying you, if you are applying from outside the UK.
Applicants applying from within the UK, must show they have had £800 and £533 for their dependents in their bank account at all times for the three months immediately prior to making the application and at the time of making the application.
Post Study Workers Visa Process
Fees
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The cost of applying for the post study visa is -
- £ 265 for other principal applicants.
- £ 265 for dependents applicants.
For those signing up for our Full Service, details of all fees / forms & processes are provided along with step by step consulting & documentation services.
Evaluation
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Cost: $22.00 for one country
Process time: 3 business days
Terms: This payment is non-refundable.
Before Y-Axis accepts your case for processing, we must be certain that you earn enough points and are able to provide documentary evidence to make a successful application. Before you apply for it, you must be certain you actually qualify.
Our Processing Team does a detailed review of your profile & assesses your education, your institution, & personal finances to determine if you are eligible apply for the visa. . If you score the necessary points your application is accepted for Full Service & Processing. Read more about Y-Axis Technical Evaluation
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Y-Axis Full Service & Processing
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Use our professional services to apply for Post Study Work visa. We have the experience of having processed cases under the points based category and student schemes. You can count on our experience and success.
Our terms & conditions are clear along with a transparent system & clear policies. We only accept applications that we are confident will be a success. You have to first sign up for an evaluation before we accept your case.
Our Full Service & Processing Includes:
- Starter Kit issuance
- Complete Application Processing
- Forms, Documentation & Petition Filing
- Updates & Follow up with the Consulate
- Airport Pickup*
- Accommodation Assistance*
- Relocation Orientation
- Job Search Assistance*
*these services are provided at an additional cost.
Costs:
Evaluation
Cost: $22.00.
Process time: 3 business days
Terms: This payment is non-refundable.
Payment Options
UK 101
Lump-sum Fee: US$ 550
Y-Axis Refund Policy
Visa Denial - 25% refund. No refunds in cases of
- Fraudulent documentation
- Failure of Medicals (if required)
- Failure of Police clearance (if required)
- Insufficient Funds
NO Refund in case of:
- Non-submission of required documents in 30 days after sign up
- Withdrawal of application at anytime, for any reason after sign up
25% refund in the event the immigration rules change & you are found ineligible to apply for the PSW
FAQs
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- What is the points based Post Study work visa?
The post study work visa is designed as a transitional route to allow highly skilled students to gain UK experience and or earnings to switch into another Tier 1 visa category of the points-based system or the Tier 2new Points Based post study visa (PSW) replaced the scheme for International Graduates Scheme (IGS) and the previous Science and Engineering Scheme (SEGS) - Is sponsorship required to apply for the PSW visa?
No, applicants do not need a job offer or sponsorship to apply for the post study visa. Students on the PSW are free to seek employment anywhere in the UK. - Who can apply for the Post Study Work visa?
All undergraduate degrees, master's and PhD students who successfully complete their course are eligible to make an application to stay and work in the UK under this scheme for up to two years - What are the criteria on which points are granted?
Students should satisfy the requirements of a recognized UK degree or diploma from a recognized university, the immigration status, date of award, English language ability, and maintenance funds To qualify applicants need to score 75 points. To find out if you qualify for the Tier 1 visa, click here or send an email to consult@y-axis.com - What are the maintenance funds that I need to show for my application to be successful?
Applicants need to prove that they can support themselves for the entire duration of their stay without recourse to public funds. For those applying from outside the UK, the funds required for the principal applicant is £2800 and £1600 for every dependent applicant accompanying or planning to join the applicant within 12 months of their arrival in the UK.
Applicants applying from within the UK, must show they have had £800 and £533 for their dependents in their bank account at all times for the three months immediately prior to making the application and at the time of making the application.
- How long is the visa granted for?
- What does this visa allow me to do?
- If am I in the UK on an SEGS or Fresh Talent scheme, can I apply for the PSW?
If you have previously been granted leave under any of the post-study work schemes previously, including Tier 1 Post Study Work, International Graduates Scheme, the Science and Engineering Graduates Scheme or the Fresh Talent: Working in Scotland scheme you cannot apply for the Post Study Work visa. - Can I take my dependents with me on this visa?
- What is the application fee for the PSW visa?
The application fee is the same for the principal applicant and the dependents - £ 265 payable in local currency. - How can I find out if I am eligible to apply for the PSW visa? How can I apply for the visa?
Our Processing Team does a detailed review of your profile & assesses your education, university, qualification award dates & personal finances to determine if you are eligible apply for the PSW visa (Tier 1). To find out if you are eligible and apply for the visa, please click here or send an email to consult@y-axis.c
The visa is granted for a period of 2 years. During this time or after your time on the PSW, you are be eligible to apply to switch into another work related category. The PSW cannot be extended after 2 years
The PSW category does not tie you to one job or one employer; you have the flexibility to work anywhere and with anyone. There is no restriction on the number of hours or type of work you can undertake with this type of visa.
Applicants can bring their dependants, including their spouse, civil partner, unmarried partner, and/or children under 18 with them. They have to prove their ability to support their dependents without seeking help from public funds.
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