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Graduate Visa

What is the Graduate Visa?

 The Graduate Visa is a UK immigration route that allows international students to stay and work in the UK for a period after completing a qualifying degree. It provides graduates the opportunity to gain work experience or look for employment without the need for employer sponsorship. 


The visa is available to those who have completed an eligible course, such as a bachelor’s degree, master’s degree, or certain other qualifications, at a UK higher education provider with a track record of compliance. 

What are the requirements?

  • Completion of a Qualifying Course: The applicant must have completed an eligible course (e.g., bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degree) at a UK higher education institution with compliance status.
  • Valid Student Visa: The applicant must hold a valid student visa at the time of the Graduate Visa application.
  • Application from Within the UK: The application must be made from within the UK, shortly after completing the degree.

Graduate Visa Application Service

We are experienced UK immigration advisers, supporting international graduates with their Graduate Visa applications to help them start their careers in the UK. For specialist advice, contact us. 

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Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach us at info@kamalyconsultancy.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.

The Graduate Visa is valid for 2 years for those with a bachelor’s or master’s degree and 3 years for PhD graduates. 


No, the Graduate Visa cannot be extended. However, you may switch to a different visa, such as a Skilled Worker Visa, if you meet the requirements. 


The Graduate Visa allows you to work in most roles, including full-time employment, part-time work, self-employment, and volunteering. There are no restrictions on the type of work you can undertake. 


Yes, if your dependents were already in the UK on your Student Visa, they can apply to stay with you as dependents on the Graduate Visa. However, new dependents cannot join you on this visa. 


The Graduate Visa itself does not lead directly to permanent residency. 


For fees, please visit the link directly on the Home Office immigration and nationality fees: 10 April 2024 - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) . 


The processing time for a Graduate Visa is typically up to 8 weeks from the date of application. 


                                                                                                                                                                           

Cambridge Office

7 Quy Court, Colliers Lane

Stow-Cum-Quy 

CB25 9AU  


Surrey Office 

The Newsham 

Woking 

GU21 3LA



Kamaly Consultancy is registered in England and Wales as a limited company (10044027).

Authorised and regulated by the Immigration Advice Authority  (F201600040). 

Member of the Immigration Law Practitioners Association (7621).



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