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The Turkish Worker and Businessperson Visa UK route is designed specifically for Turkish nationals based on the European Community Association Agreement (ECAA) with Turkey. This visa allows Turkish nationals to either work in the UK or set up and run a business. Here are the details, including the latest fees and updates from the Home Office:
Criteria for Eligibility
Employment History:
- You must have legally worked in the UK for at least one year as a legal resident.
- You need to have a valid visa or permission to stay in the UK for the duration of your employment.
Continued Employment:
- You can continue to work for the same employer after completing one year.
- You may change employers or seek different employment after completing three years.
Application Process:
Application Form:
- Complete the application form for the Turkish Worker Visa.
Supporting Documents:
- Provide documents to prove your employment history and legal residency.
Application Fee:
There is no fee to apply to extend your Turkish Worker Visa.
Financial Requirements:
There are no specific financial requirements mentioned for extending the Turkish Worker Visa. Also, it is wise to always Check the latest fee updates on the official UK
Application Process
Application Form: Complete the visa application form online.
Documents: Submit required documents, including:
- A current passport or other valid travel documentation.
- Proof of an unconditional offer from a licensed Student sponsor.
- Evidence of sufficient funds.
- Parental consent.
Biometrics: Provide biometrics (fingerprints and photograph) at a visa application center.
Fees: Application Fee
- £490 to apply for a Child Student Visa from outside the UK.
- £490 to extend or switch to a Child Student Visa from inside the UK.
Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS):
- £470 per year for students and children under 18.
- The total IHS cost depends on the length of your visa. For example, if your visa is for 2 years, the IHS would be £940.
Additional Information
- Parental Accompaniment: Parents can apply for a Parent of a Child Student Visa if they wish to accompany their child (only for children aged 4-11).
- Extension: It is possible to extend the Child Student Visa if the student continues to meet the eligibility requirements.
- Transition to Adult Student Visa: Once the child turns 18, they may need to switch to a different visa category, such as a Student Visa for higher education.
FAQ (Frequently asked questions):
The Child Student Visa is for children aged 4 to 17 who wish to study at an independent school in the UK.
To be eligible, you must:
- Have an unconditional offer of a place at an independent school.
- Be able to show you have enough money to support yourself and pay for your course.
- Have the consent of your parents or guardian to study in the UK.
The duration depends on your age and the length of your course:
- Under 16: Course length (up to 6 years) plus 4 months.
- Aged 16 or 17: Course length (up to 3 years) plus 4 months.
- From outside the UK: Up to 6 months before your course starts.
- From inside the UK: Up to 3 months before your course start.
The application fee is £490, and you’ll also need to pay the healthcare surcharge, which depends on the length of your visa.
If you are 16 or over, you can:
- Work part-time during term time (up to 10 hours per week).
- Work full-time during vacations.
Undertake a work placement as part of your course (not exceeding 50% of your course).
You cannot:
- Study at a state-funded school.
- Get public funds (benefits).
- Take a full-time permanent job or be self-employed.
- Work as a professional sportsperson or entertainer.
- Apply for settlement.
- Bring family members as dependants.
Yes, if you stay outside the UK for over 2 years, are deported, or commit a serious crime.
Yes, typically after 12 months with ILR, or immediately if married to a British citizen.
It usually takes around 6 months. Priority services are available for faster processing.
It usually takes around 6 months. Priority services are available for faster processing.
It usually takes around 6 months. Priority services are available for faster processing.
It usually takes around 6 months. Priority services are available for faster processing.
It usually takes around 6 months. Priority services are available for faster processing.
It usually takes around 6 months. Priority services are available for faster processing.
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