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Your podcast for navigating the complexities of the UK Graduate Visa (PSW), UK job market, and work visa options for international students and graduates. In this episode, we dive deep into the most asked questions about PSW visas, working conditions, sponsorship opportunities, and alternative pathways to stay and work in the UK.
Today, we’re thrilled to have an experienced visa and immigration expert on the panel: Adam Oxborrow, Adam is visa and immigration expert with a wealth of experience helping students and professionals navigate the UK’s visa and work rules. From understanding the PSW visa to exploring sponsorship opportunities, Adam is here to provide expert guidance.
📝 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
1️⃣ UK Graduate Visa (PSW): Everything You Need to Know
- What is a PSW visa, and who is it intended for?
- What are the main benefits of obtaining a PSW visa for international graduates?
2️⃣ How to Apply for the PSW Visa
- Do I need to create a new UKVI account for the PSW application if I already have one from my student visa?
- My student visa is ending on 25th January 2025. What is the best time to apply for a PSW and why?
- Does the two-year graduate visa start from the date of application or the date of approval?
- My BRP shows a visa expiry date of 31st December, but my e-visa states 30th January. Which date should I consider?
3️⃣ Working in the UK on a PSW Visa
-Is it mandatory for a student to have a job while applying for a PSW?
- How many hours can we work if our studies are completed and we are planning to apply for a PSW in January? Can someone work for 60 hours during this time if they want to?
- Are there any restrictions related to maximum working hours on the PSW visa?
4️⃣ Travel Rules During PSW
- How long can I stay outside the UK in one go while on a PSW visa, and can I re-enter and exit again?
- Can I travel to my home country and return to the UK while my PSW application is being processed?
- I am planning to go to India in January on my e-visa, but my BRP will expire. How can I get through immigration?
5️⃣ Securing a UK Work Visa (Skilled Worker Visa)
- Do I need to meet the £38,700 salary threshold for a company to sponsor me after my PSW visa, or can I be considered a new entrant and continue working on a salary of £30,960 or more?
-If someone is sponsored while on their PSW visa, how long can they maintain a salary of £30,960?
- What is the minimum salary required for a new entrant to be sponsored?
Is the new entrant route only available for those under the age of 26?
- For buyer and procurement positions (occupation codes - 3551), the standard ongoing salary is depicted as £33,000 per annum on the UK Skilled Worker visa website, but for normal Skilled Worker visas, the salary is £38,700. If I secure a position under the buyer occupation code, which salary requirement do I need to meet?
6️⃣ Other Pathways to Stay in the UK
- Apart from sponsorship, what other ways are there for a graduate to stay in the UK?
- What are the investment requirements for self-sponsorship, and how can one start their own business?
7️⃣ Dependent Visas and Family Considerations
- Can one get a spouse visa while on a PSW, and what is the criteria for obtaining a spouse visa during the PSW period?
- Can a student first apply for a PSW and later apply for a PSW-dependent visa for their dependent?
8️⃣ Financial and Legal Considerations
- If council tax has not been paid from September to December, can it affect a PSW or work visa application?
- My PSW visa expired a year ago, and I've moved back to my home country. Can I still come back to the UK as a new entrant to the market?
⏰ Podcast Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest
01:39 Understanding the PSW Visa
05:30 Application Process for PSW Visa
09:20 Travel Considerations During PSW Application
13:06 Working Conditions on PSW Visa
16:52 Travel and Absence Rules on PSW Visa
20:36 Salary Requirements and New Entrant Rules
24:37 Understanding Visa Requirements and Salary Thresholds
27:34 Navigating the New Entrant Route
30:37 Salary Requirements for Specific Occupation Codes
33:17 Graduate Visa and Dependent Applications
37:13 Impact of Council Tax on Visa Applications
38:08 New Entrant Eligibility After Moving Abroad
40:52 Securing a Sponsored Visa as a Graduate
45:05 Investment Requirements for Self-Sponsorship
49:59 Alternative Visa Options for Graduates
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Topics Covered:
UK Graduate Visa, PSW Visa Explained, UK Job Market, UK Work Visa, Skilled Worker Visa UK, New Entrant Rules, International Students in UK, Finding Jobs in UK, Graduate Sponsorship Options, Alternative UK Visas, Life in UK, Careers in UK for Graduates, UK Immigration Rules
