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This category of visas is usually on a short-term basis and allows individuals from other countries to gain valuable work experience, or to complete a short piece of work in the UK on a temporary basis.

What are they?

Youth Mobility Scheme

  • Eligible applicants 18-30 years of age.
  • Allows individuals of certain countries to live, work and study in the UK whilst they are young adults.
  • Visa normally issued for two years.

India Young Professionals Scheme Visa

  • Open to Indian nationals selected from the India Young Professionals Scheme ballot.
  • Eligible applicants 18-30 years of age.
  • Hold eligible qualifications.
  • Show sufficient funds to support yourself for the time in the UK.
  • Visa normally issued for two years.

Seasonal Worker Visa

  • For those aged 18 years and above.
  • To do work in the horticultural sector - usually farming.
  • Issued a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) by an approved scheme operator.
  • Show sufficient funds to support yourself for the time in the UK.
  • Visa normally issued for six months.

Charity Visa

  • Allows individuals to complete unpaid work for a charity in the UK.
  • For those aged 18 years and above.
  • Issued a CoS by an approved UK sponsor.
  • Show sufficient funds to support yourself for the time in the UK.
  • May require a tuberculosis certificate.
  • Visa normally issued for twelve months.

Creative Worker Visa

  • Allows musicians, entertainers, dancers, artists, actors, models or anyone in the creative industry to apply for this visa.
  • Applicants must demonstrate they make a unique contribution to cultural life in the UK through their work.
  • Issued a CoS by an approved UK sponsor.
  • Show sufficient funds to support yourself for the time in the UK.
  • Visa normally issued for twelve months.

Government Authorised Exchange Visa

  • Issued a CoS by a sponsor who holds a valid Temporary Worker - Government Authorised Exchange sponsor licence.
  • Must have sufficient funds to support yourself for the time in the UK.
  • Must be a genuine role.
  • Visa normally issued for one to two years.

International Agreement Visa

  • Allows an individual employed by an international or government organisation to work in the UK. This also includes private servants in a diplomatic household.
  • Issued a CoS by a sponsor who holds a valid sponsor licence.
  • Must have sufficient funds to support yourself for the time in the UK.
  • Visa normally issued for two years for those employed by a government or international organisation, and up to five years for private servants in a diplomatic household.

Why choose us?

Our highly trained immigration experts have a thorough understanding of the requirements and application process. We can help you with your tailored application by providing you with:

  • A frank opinion on the strengths and weaknesses of your case.
  • Advice on the requirements specific to your circumstances.
  • A customised evidence checklist.
  • Assistance with preparing and submitting your application form and evidence.
  • Help challenging a refusal decision.