Visa Options For The UK
Before you book your plane ticket or resign from your job (or make any other irrevocable decision!), you should apply for entry clearance from the British High Commission nearest you.
You need to gain entry clearance before you reach the UK - entry cannot be granted once you have arrived, other than for purely tourist purposes. There are several entry options that can be investigated for:
A useful portal called Visa4UK has been developed by the British government outlining visa options - click on the logo above for more information.
There are also opportunities at present to obtain an Irish Visa that may be of interest, particularly to those who are coming to the end of their UK visa term.
The Irish Working Holiday Visa is for 1 year typically.
Working Holidaymakers to the UK
In 2004 a Working Holidaymaker Review was completed. Frequently Asked Questions are:
Q. What are the main changes to the Working Holidaymaker Scheme?
A. There are three main changes:
- The upper age for applications has been raised from 27 to 30.
- All restrictions on employment have been removed.
- It is possible to switch to a Work Permit after completing one year as a Working Holidaymaker, so long as you meet the strict requirements for a Work Permit.
To be eligible for this type of visa, you must be a single person aged between 18 and 30 inclusive (married couples can apply if they both intend to undertake a working holiday). This visa allows you to stay for up to two years in the UK, obtaining work as required. You must be able to support and accommodate yourself without recourse to public funds.
Note that any time spent outside of the UK during your two year period will count towards the two year limit.
To make an application for a working holidaymaker visa, download the application forms and full guidance notes from the British High Commission websites:
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