What is a UKVI post-study work visa?

The UKVI stands for UK Visas & Immigration. The UKVI post-study work visa allows students to stay in the country for a minimum of 2 years after completing their course.

PhD or doctoral students are allowed to stay for 3 years.

To get a Permanent Residency (PR) in the UK after studies, students must apply for a post-graduation work permit and then work in the country for a minimum of 5 years.

Things you can do with post-study work visa:

• Work in most jobs.
• Explore self-employment opportunities.
• Look for work.
• Do voluntary work.
• Travel to another country and return to the UK.
• Stay with dependents if eligible.
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• Post-study work visa eligibility criteria:
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To apply for a post-graduation work permit, here are some of the requirements:

• You should be in the UK.
• You should be a student visa or Tier 4 (General) student visa holder.
• Must have studied a post-graduate or other degree program.
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Post-study work visa processing time:

After applying for the post-graduate work permit and submitting the necessary documents, you will get a decision within 8 weeks if you meet their criteria.