The Tier 2 visa allows skilled professionals to build their professional career in the UK. The duration for stay as per the U.K. Tier 2 Work Permit Visa is for a maximum period of 5 years 14 days, or the time-period mentioned on your certificate of sponsorship [plus 1 month], whichever duration is shorter. The Tier 2 Visa is a points-based visa and applicants must score a minimum of 70 points for their application to be considered. The points are awarded based on:

• Whether you have a Certificate of Sponsorship from an employer
• Whether you are receiving an appropriate salary
• Your English communication skills
• The maintenance funds you hold

If you satisfy these parameters you can then apply to the Tier 2 visa. The Tier 2 visa is further subdivided to allow for the following professionals:

• Tier 2 General Visa: For workers who have a job offer in the UK and whose profession appears on the shortage occupation list
• Tier 2 Intra-Company Transfer Visa: For workers of corporations transferring to the UK
• Tier 2 Minister of Religion Visa: For ministers of religions within a religious organisation
• Tier 2 Sportsperson Visa: For coaches and sportspersons

If you have successfully received a UK Tier 2 Visa you can:

• Study in the UK
• Bring family members to the UK
• Travel to and from the UK

#PROCESSING TIME

You can apply for this visa three months before you begin working in the UK. The starting date will be mentioned in the certificate of sponsorship you will receive from your UK employer.

You will get the decision on your visa within three weeks of your application. With the UK government including more occupations in the Shortage Occupation List, the processing time is expected to be reduced for many applicants.

#HOW LONG CAN ONE STAY ON TIER 2 WORK PERMIT VISA?

You can stay for a maximum of 5 years and 14 days on this visa.

The documentation required for the UK Tier 2 Visa includes:

• Having a valid Certificate of Sponsorship from an employer
• Salary and financial details
• Current passport and travel history
• Certifications proving your English skills
• Criminal record certificate
• Other supporting documents

We can help you make the most of this opportunity with our end to end UK Tier 2 Visa support. Our services include:

• Immigration documents checklist
• Complete application processing
• Forms, documentation & application filing
• Updates & follow up
• Job search services
• Relocation and settling down support in the UK

Talk to us to learn how you can launch your career in the UK.