If you are one of those who are always worried about the stays and immigration processes in the UK, then this blog is meant for you. When it comes to education abroad the thought of work and stay always pours in. The point system in the UK relaxes some norms for a student visa or a Tier 4 visa.
In the UK points-based system the individuals are required to go through an assessment which is a point-based way to get permission to work and study in the UK.
Students can now enroll in different programs or continue their programs by extending their student visas (this applies to the students who already have Tier 4 general student visas).
Here is the must-have listed to extend your visa:
- Students must remain in the UK by holding a Tier 4 student visa (General).
- Have an unconditional offer of a place on a course with a licensed student sponsor – shown by your Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS)
- Show that your studies are at a higher academic level than your current course (called the ‘academic progress requirement’) – there are some exceptions.
- You need to show enough funds in your bank account so that you can sustain yourself (this applies to students who have a valid visa which is less than 12 months).
Other pathways to get the UK immigration visa
- Choosing the course which is at a higher level than the current one in terms of job prospects and opportunities. The course can include STEM, medical, business, PhD, etc.
- The degree must be above the Higher Education Provider (HEP).
How are Points awarded to individuals who want to work in the UK?
There are plenty of job-seekers around the world who want to work in the UK but are not able to due to certain rules and regulations. The point-based system has made an easy path for migrant workers who want to move to the UK in search of jobs.
In this program, the individual needs to qualify for 70 points. If you have a good proficiency and a job offer from the approved employer then it gives you straight 50 points. The remaining 20 points are achieved if your salary is around £25,600 a year.
To work in the UK a total of 70 points is needed here is how:
| Topics | Manageable/ Non-manageable | Points |
| Job offer from the company | Non-manageable | 20 |
| A level of job which is highly skilled and appropriate | Non-manageable | 20 |
| Good English Proficiency | Non-manageable | 10 |
| An approx salary ranging from £20,480 to £23,039 at least 90% of the current rate of the profession (highest). | Manageable | 0 |
| An approx salary ranging from £23,040 to £25,599 or at least 90% of the current rate of profession (highest). | Manageable | 10 |
| A approx salary of £25,600 or above | Manageable | 20 |
| A shortage occupation job as designated by the Migration Advisory Committee. | Manageable | 20 |
| Academic Qualification: have done a PhD in a subject that is relevant to a job. | Manageable | 10 |
| Academic Qualification: have done a PhD in a STEM subject that is relevant to a job. | Manageable | 20 |
How to identify whether the job meets the required skills level?
There is a Standard Occupational Classification Code (SOC) code in all jobs which has a specified skill level. This clarifies whether the job is equitable to the desired Skilled worker route. Applicants can easily check the list here.
Other route includes:
- Health and Care visa
This type of visa enables workers who are in health occupations and have a job offer from the NHS. This type of visa is a part of the Skilled worker route.
- Start-up and innovator
This entrepreneurial route attracts entrepreneurs with a talent that is creative and contributes to the UK economy. In this, the start-up plan is for individuals who are starting up the business for the first time in the country. The innovator option is for those who have at least funding of £50,000.
- Sports
The sportsperson who has a confirmed job offer in which the employment is sponsored by the UK employer licensed by the Home Office.
- Creative route
Creative route welcomes talent in the creative industry which includes short-term work contracts or engagements up to 12 months. This also requires a job offer sponsored by the UK employer licensed by the Home Office.
- Youth Mobility Scheme
The UK is engaged with 8 countries and territories which welcomes 20,000 youngsters to come to the UK and travel every year. The age limit is 18-30 years and gives an allowance of stay up to 2 years.
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