Within the UK it is the responsibility of the UK Border Agency to ensure that the UK borders are secure and they are also the ones who control the migration within the UK. To aid this there has been a massive shake up of the immigration laws; bringing in new laws, such as the tier system. This is a Points Based System or PBS, which focuses the structure of UK immigration services into a five-tier immigration model. This tier system is designed to cover all non EEA nationals who are immigrating to the UK, expect for those who are entering through a family based visa application.
Tier one of the five tier system is known as general highly skilled migrants. This tier is important because skilled migrants play an important role in the UK; they keep the economy globally competitive. Tier one of the five tier system means that you must score 75 points, which are mainly based on your qualifications, age and previous earnings; so how will you score these 75 points? Based on your qualifications a bachelor's degree will gain you 30 points, a master's degree will gain you 35 points and a PhD will gain you 50 points. Based on your age if you are under 28 you will gain 20 points, if you are between the ages of 28 and 29 you will gain 10 points and if you are 30, 31 or over you will gain five points.
When you are gaining your points based on your qualifications it is important that you have your certificates in your possessions stating the qualifications that you have gained. If, for whatever reason, you don't have these certificates then it is important that you gain a letter from the appropriate UK professional body confirming that your qualifications are equivalent to a UK degree; either a bachelor, masters or PhD level. This letter must confirm the name of the qualification including the country and awarding body and what the UK academic level is.
When it comes to your previous earnings it basically works out how you think it would, which is basically the more money you earn the more points you will receive. Some examples of this are; if you earn between £16,000 and £17,999 you will gain five points. If you earn between £23,000 and £25,999, which will gain you 20 points and if you earn between £23,000 and £34,999 you will be given 35 points; also if you earn £40,000+ you will gain 45 points.
Tier one of the five tier system is said to have been designed to attract what the home office refers to as the brightest and best of the potential UK immigration candidates. Tier one visas also make it easier for successful candidates to be able to come to the UK because unlike the similar tier two visas, which also apply to those moving to the UK for long term business or employment purposes, tier one visas do not require candidates to have an offer of employment in place; however as a result the requirements of the tier one assessment are consistent with selecting the most highly skilled applicants.
Article by Helen Cox
Wednesday, November 12, 2008
Work Permit For the UK
The United Kingdom is known to be the wonderful destination for citizens residing in various regions of the world. UK is known to have one of the biggest economic sector in the world. Various immigration programs are launched for skilled people who are looking to reside in different parts of the world. Highly Skilled Migration program (HSMP) is very prominent in UK in terms of immigration. The HSMP program provides the facility to the people to work with any employer in United Kingdom and get the residency status in UK itself on permanent basis after 5 years.
A person cannot apply for UK work visa without being hired by registered company for job in United Kingdom In case the person need to change the job, he needs to get new work permit visa. Work Permit visa for United Kingdom takes time. Highly skilled migration program is quite simple migration form provided by Embassy of United Kingdom which are located at various countries in the world.
The UK visa applicant can score the required points after filling up their desired information required in HSMP form. There are many skilled jobs available in United Kingdom in the form of contractor. There are many people who are working as a contractor and are earning more than full time employees working in recognized companies.
HSMP comes under UK work permit visa program, which is basically for contractors who will be provided with jobs on short-term contract basis in different IT companies. The short terms contract basis jobs can help the people in getting the permanent jobs in United Kingdom which depends on the situation. UK work permit visa applicants need to score at least 75 points at the time of assessment programs.
There are many advantages of HSMP program in order to get work visa .The most fruitful aspect of HSMP program is that work permit is provided to the people who are not having any type of job offer. People can look for short-term contract based jobs available in United Kingdom after obtaining the work visa. The person can apply for permanent residency after 5 years of availing work permit visa. They can also apply for British citizenship after 1 year of getting the permanent resident permit as per the accordance of United Kingdom immigration policy.
Article by - Tarun Jaswani
A person cannot apply for UK work visa without being hired by registered company for job in United Kingdom In case the person need to change the job, he needs to get new work permit visa. Work Permit visa for United Kingdom takes time. Highly skilled migration program is quite simple migration form provided by Embassy of United Kingdom which are located at various countries in the world.
The UK visa applicant can score the required points after filling up their desired information required in HSMP form. There are many skilled jobs available in United Kingdom in the form of contractor. There are many people who are working as a contractor and are earning more than full time employees working in recognized companies.
HSMP comes under UK work permit visa program, which is basically for contractors who will be provided with jobs on short-term contract basis in different IT companies. The short terms contract basis jobs can help the people in getting the permanent jobs in United Kingdom which depends on the situation. UK work permit visa applicants need to score at least 75 points at the time of assessment programs.
There are many advantages of HSMP program in order to get work visa .The most fruitful aspect of HSMP program is that work permit is provided to the people who are not having any type of job offer. People can look for short-term contract based jobs available in United Kingdom after obtaining the work visa. The person can apply for permanent residency after 5 years of availing work permit visa. They can also apply for British citizenship after 1 year of getting the permanent resident permit as per the accordance of United Kingdom immigration policy.
Article by - Tarun Jaswani
UK Visa Interview Tips
Lot of people desire to get settled in United kingdom but lack of right knowledge, which creates problems. You need to go through the interview process in order to avail the UK immigration visa. The interview is conducted by a UK visa consulate officer. The time period of interview process varies according to the performance of person at the introductory part of interview. The person is judged by visa officer according to his confidence as to how he creatively answers to the questions.
There are certain visa interview tips which should be helpful to the visa applicant:
1) The applicant needs to approach the visa consulate officer with confidence and positivity. If you are leaving a current job, mention the reason of leaving with positive intention and the opportunity that can enhance your career prospects.
2) Outline the valid reason for leaving the native country and your usefulness in UK. If you are from a technical background do mention that you would add tremendous value to the UK economy.
3) Give at least two references working presently in your organization. Give all the answers in a proper manner and to the point. Do not forget to describe the work profile in the companies with whom you have worked.
4) Try to answer all his questions without hesitation in the first attempt, which creates a positive impact in the mind of visa consulate officer. Try to reach before the scheduled time of interview and review all the answers for possible questions which will be asked by interviewer.
5) Approach the Visa consulate officer with a confident smile. Opt to wear formal dress at the time of interview which often impresses the interviewer, as he or she belongs to United Kingdom where formals are more appreciated in official meetings or interviews.
6) The most important attribute would be honesty in answering. If you try to deceive the officer you are more likely to get caught and that may end all your prospects of the UK Visa.
7) Try to show a strong Financial capability. But do remember it needs to be truth and not fabricated.
Article by - Tarun jaswani
There are certain visa interview tips which should be helpful to the visa applicant:
1) The applicant needs to approach the visa consulate officer with confidence and positivity. If you are leaving a current job, mention the reason of leaving with positive intention and the opportunity that can enhance your career prospects.
2) Outline the valid reason for leaving the native country and your usefulness in UK. If you are from a technical background do mention that you would add tremendous value to the UK economy.
3) Give at least two references working presently in your organization. Give all the answers in a proper manner and to the point. Do not forget to describe the work profile in the companies with whom you have worked.
4) Try to answer all his questions without hesitation in the first attempt, which creates a positive impact in the mind of visa consulate officer. Try to reach before the scheduled time of interview and review all the answers for possible questions which will be asked by interviewer.
5) Approach the Visa consulate officer with a confident smile. Opt to wear formal dress at the time of interview which often impresses the interviewer, as he or she belongs to United Kingdom where formals are more appreciated in official meetings or interviews.
6) The most important attribute would be honesty in answering. If you try to deceive the officer you are more likely to get caught and that may end all your prospects of the UK Visa.
7) Try to show a strong Financial capability. But do remember it needs to be truth and not fabricated.
Article by - Tarun jaswani
Foreign Students Wishing to Study in the UK
The amount of foreign students currently studying in Britain is now nearly 1 million. The British government puts a high value on foreign students is doing all it can to attract these students away from other competing educational institutes in other countries. UK universities are renowned for their high academic standards and this reputation is the reason why the UK is the first choice for foreign students. UK Universities are always being evaluated by professional bodies to ensure their teaching is of the highest standards.
Compared to other countries British universities offer value for money. This is due to the time it takes to complete a degree. Typically a degree is spread of very three years rather than four and most masters degree programs can be completed in one year. This makes UK universities very cost effective compared to other countries. The UK also has many financial aid and scholarships with make it possible for many foreign students to enter these educational institutes.
Another incentive of studying in the UK is the UK health care system. Foreign students studying in England, Northern Island, Scotland and Wales on a full time course are entitled to free medical treatment.
If you are a student wishing to immigrate to the UK then you could enter the country on a student visa and once your course is completed you could switch to another immigration service like a work permit visa without having to leave the UK. You will need certain circumstances to be eligible for student visa. You either need to prove you have been accepted on a course at a public funding institution like a university, a private education institute or an independent fee-paying school. Also you have to prove you intent to attend a recognised full time degree course, a weekday course with at least 15 hours of daytime study a week or a full time course at an independent fee paying school. All the costs of your accommodation and the fees of you course will have to be paid for by yourself and not by any public funds.
If you wish to study on a short course of about six months you could possible enter the UK with a tourist visa or visit visa. The difference between entering the UK on a student visa compared to a tourist visa is that with a student visa you will be able to work for 20 hours a week during term time and 40 hours a week during holidays but with a tourist of visa you won't. You can also apply for a student visa as a prospective student.
Student visa are normally granted for an initial period of one year but they can also take into consideration the length of the course you intend to study on. You really need to ensure your visa covers the whole of your study period as it is quite common for student visas to expire during your stay which can cause lots of problems. However the UK has a good visa service that ensures any renewal happens in the fastest possible time so it has minimum effect on the student. Regardless of this fact it really is important to find out in advance how long the course is and tell the immigration officials so your visa can last the entire time.
Once you have secured your student visa, the rest is down to you. With a bit of hard work and endurance you will be in a great position at the end of your course. You will be able to go back to your country and earn some good money and be the envy of many.- article by Carolyn Clayton
Compared to other countries British universities offer value for money. This is due to the time it takes to complete a degree. Typically a degree is spread of very three years rather than four and most masters degree programs can be completed in one year. This makes UK universities very cost effective compared to other countries. The UK also has many financial aid and scholarships with make it possible for many foreign students to enter these educational institutes.
Another incentive of studying in the UK is the UK health care system. Foreign students studying in England, Northern Island, Scotland and Wales on a full time course are entitled to free medical treatment.
If you are a student wishing to immigrate to the UK then you could enter the country on a student visa and once your course is completed you could switch to another immigration service like a work permit visa without having to leave the UK. You will need certain circumstances to be eligible for student visa. You either need to prove you have been accepted on a course at a public funding institution like a university, a private education institute or an independent fee-paying school. Also you have to prove you intent to attend a recognised full time degree course, a weekday course with at least 15 hours of daytime study a week or a full time course at an independent fee paying school. All the costs of your accommodation and the fees of you course will have to be paid for by yourself and not by any public funds.
If you wish to study on a short course of about six months you could possible enter the UK with a tourist visa or visit visa. The difference between entering the UK on a student visa compared to a tourist visa is that with a student visa you will be able to work for 20 hours a week during term time and 40 hours a week during holidays but with a tourist of visa you won't. You can also apply for a student visa as a prospective student.
Student visa are normally granted for an initial period of one year but they can also take into consideration the length of the course you intend to study on. You really need to ensure your visa covers the whole of your study period as it is quite common for student visas to expire during your stay which can cause lots of problems. However the UK has a good visa service that ensures any renewal happens in the fastest possible time so it has minimum effect on the student. Regardless of this fact it really is important to find out in advance how long the course is and tell the immigration officials so your visa can last the entire time.
Once you have secured your student visa, the rest is down to you. With a bit of hard work and endurance you will be in a great position at the end of your course. You will be able to go back to your country and earn some good money and be the envy of many.- article by Carolyn Clayton
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
The Highly Skilled Migrant Programme [HSMP] - Employment Without Boundaries
As of the 8th November 2006, all HSMP applications shall we considered under a new enhanced points criteria system. Work Experience, Significant Achievement, Skilled Partner and GP provisions have been withdrawn from the scheme altogether. They have been replaced by more stringent criteria in relation to academic qualifications, previous earnings, age and previous work and study in the UK.
Applicants may be outside the UK and may make an application to enter on this basis. Alternatively, applicants may already be working in the UK - usually on the basis of a Work permit - and may apply to switch their status under the HSMP for the benefit of the far greater flexibility it offers. A number of clients switch to HSMP from a student visa or from a Working Holiday Maker.
Individuals already in the UK may apply to switch into HSMP without leaving the UK provided they have leave as a:
* Work permit holder; or
* Student who has successfully obtained a degree level qualification on a recognised degree course at either a UK publicly funded further or higher education institution or a bona fide UK private education institution which maintains satisfactory records of enrolment and attendance; or
* Postgraduate doctor or a postgraduate dentist or trainee general practitioner; or
* Working holidaymaker; or
* Science and Engineering Graduates Scheme participant; or
* Innovator; or
* Fresh Talent: Working in Scotland scheme participant.
There are a number of calculators online that calculate your eligibility: www.internationalworkpermits.com/hsmp-calculator.html
NB: As of 2008 the immigration process in the UK will change and all UK visas / work permits will be on a skilled points based system article by Jannie De Beer
Applicants may be outside the UK and may make an application to enter on this basis. Alternatively, applicants may already be working in the UK - usually on the basis of a Work permit - and may apply to switch their status under the HSMP for the benefit of the far greater flexibility it offers. A number of clients switch to HSMP from a student visa or from a Working Holiday Maker.
Individuals already in the UK may apply to switch into HSMP without leaving the UK provided they have leave as a:
* Work permit holder; or
* Student who has successfully obtained a degree level qualification on a recognised degree course at either a UK publicly funded further or higher education institution or a bona fide UK private education institution which maintains satisfactory records of enrolment and attendance; or
* Postgraduate doctor or a postgraduate dentist or trainee general practitioner; or
* Working holidaymaker; or
* Science and Engineering Graduates Scheme participant; or
* Innovator; or
* Fresh Talent: Working in Scotland scheme participant.
There are a number of calculators online that calculate your eligibility: www.internationalworkpermits.com/hsmp-calculator.html
NB: As of 2008 the immigration process in the UK will change and all UK visas / work permits will be on a skilled points based system article by Jannie De Beer
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