Graduate Visa 👇

🏢 1. What It Is The Graduate Visa is a post-study work visa that allows international students who have successfully completed an eligible UK degree to stay in the country to work, or look for work, for a set period.

A key benefit is that it does not require a job offer or sponsorship from an employer. Graduates with a bachelor's or master's degree can stay for two years, while PhD graduates can stay for three years. This visa is a stepping stone for gaining work experience but does not lead directly to settlement.

📜 2. Who Can Apply This visa is for international students who are already in the UK. An individual can apply if they:

• Are currently in the UK on a valid Student visa or Tier 4 (General) student visa.
• Have successfully completed an eligible course at a UK higher education provider (e.g., a bachelor’s degree, postgraduate degree, or PhD).
• Have studied in the UK for a minimum required period on their Student visa.

Applications must be made from inside the UK before the current Student visa expires.

🔑 3. Key Requirements The application process is more straightforward than for other work visas. The main requirements are:

• Successful Course Completion: The applicant's university or college must have officially notified the Home Office that the student has successfully completed their course.
• Valid Student Visa: The applicant must hold a valid Student visa at the time of application.
• Study in the UK Requirement: The student must have studied their course in the UK for a minimum period (for courses over 12 months, this is usually at least 12 months).
• No Financial or English Language Requirement: Unlike the initial Student visa application, there is no need to prove a certain level of funds or pass another English language test for the Graduate visa application itself.