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UK Expansion Worker visa

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The UK Expansion Worker visa route is part of the UK’s Global Business Mobility (GBM) scheme, designed to allow overseas businesses to expand their operations in the UK. Here are the key details about this visa route:

Purpose:

The UK Expansion Worker visa allows a senior manager or specialist employee to come to the UK to establish a presence for a foreign company that is not yet trading in the UK.

Eligibility Checklist:

  1. Sponsorship: You must have a valid certificate of sponsorship from an approved UK sponsor, which will be the UK branch of the overseas company you work for.
  2. Job Role: Your role must be genuine, requiring skills at RQF Level 6 (graduate level) or above.
  3. Salary: You must be paid at least £42,400 per year or the ‘going rate’ for your job, whichever is higher.
  4. Experience: You must have been working for the overseas business for at least 12 months prior to the application (unless you’re earning over £73,900 or more).

Application Process:

    1. Certificate of Sponsorship: Obtain a certificate of sponsorship from your employer, detailing your job and salary.
    2. Proof of Employment: Provide evidence of your employment and qualifications.
    3. Application: Complete the online visa application form, pay the application fee, and the Immigration Health Surcharge.
    4. Biometrics: Submit your biometric information (fingerprints and photograph) at a visa application center.

Duration and Extensions:

  1. Initial Duration: The visa is typically granted for a maximum of 1 year.
  2. Extensions: You can extend your visa for up to 1 additional year, bringing the total stay to a maximum of 2 years.
  3. Switching: You cannot switch to this visa from another visa category within the UK.

Conditions:

  1. Dependants: You can bring family members (spouse/partner and children under 18) with you.
  2. Work Restrictions: You can only work for your sponsor in the job described in your certificate of sponsorship.
  3. No Public Funds: You cannot access public funds.

Key Benefits:

  • Enables international businesses to establish a UK presence.
  • Provides a pathway for senior managers and specialists to work in the UK.

This route is specifically aimed at facilitating the entry of employees of overseas businesses to establish a foothold in the UK market, promoting international business expansion and investment.

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