Renowned for its globally acclaimed education sector, the United Kingdom (UK) extends a warm invitation to all those who are wishing to develop their academic skills. It is home to distinguished, global leading educational institutions, welcoming thousands of talented and high potential students every year.
“The new Graduate route will open for applications on 1 July 2021, allowing the UK to retain the brightest and the best international students to continue to contribute to society and the economy post-study.” – La vía de los graduados se abrirá a los estudiantes internacionales el 1 de julio de 2021 - GOV.UK
¿Qué es un visado para titulados superiores?
The UK’s Graduate Route, also known as the Post-Study Work Visa, is a type of visa that allows international students who have completed a degree at a UK higher education institution to remain in the UK for a period of 2 years or 3 years after their studies. It provides accomplished international students who have successfully completed their degrees, the privilege to extend their stay in the UK. During this period, graduates can engage in a range of employment endeavours for two years. For those who have accomplished their PHD studies, this privilege extends to three years.
¿Cómo solicitarlo?
Applying for a Visado para titulados in the UK involves a structured process. The Graduate Visa application can only be completed online and from within the UK. Before beginning the application process, you must ensure that you meet all the eligibility criteria for the Graduate Route.
The application process involves submitting an online application form, paying the relevant home office fees, collating and submitting relevant documents. As part of your application, you will also need to prove your identity.
¿Cuándo debo solicitar el visado para titulados superiores?
Debe solicitar el visado de estudios de postgrado al finalizar sus estudios y antes de que expire su actual visado de estudiante (o de nivel 4). Es importante que presente su solicitud antes de que expire su visado actual, ya que esto podría afectar a su elegibilidad.
Criterios de admisibilidad:
Puede solicitar un visado para titulados superiores si se cumplen todas las condiciones siguientes:
Se encuentra en el Reino Unido
Your current visa is a Student Visa or Tier 4 [General] student visa
Has estudiado una licenciatura, un posgrado u otro curso admisible en el Reino Unido durante un periodo mínimo de tiempo con tu visado de estudiante o tu visado de estudiante de nivel 4 [general].
El centro de enseñanza (por ejemplo, la universidad o el instituto) ha comunicado al Ministerio del Interior que has superado con éxito el curso.
Cuánto tiempo puede quedarse
A Graduate visa lasts for 2 years. If you have a PHD or other doctoral qualification, it will last for 3 years. Your visa will start from the day your application is approved. You cannot extend your Graduate Visa. However, you may be able to switch to a different visa, for example a Trabajador cualificado Visa.
Tasas del visado para titulados superiores
You are obligated to submit a new visa application, necessitating the payment of the application fee, which is £715. Alongside the visa application fee, you will be required to pay the Inmigración Health Surcharge (IHS) amounting to £624 per year. It is noteworthy that the IHS sum is subject to change, and it is typically based on the length of your visa. For example, you will need to pay £1248 for two years.
It is advised to verify the current fees and payment methods directly from the official UK government sources, such as the Home Office or UK Visa and Immigration.
Tasas de inmigración y nacionalidad del Ministerio del Interior: 29 de junio de 2023 - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).
¿Cómo garantizar el éxito de la solicitud de visado para titulados superiores?
Most students turn to social media, immigration forums, and friends for guidance. However, individual circumstances vary, meaning that their experience in applying for a Graduate Visa may differ significantly from yours.
Immigration rules undergo frequent changes. It is vital to stay up to date with relevant immigration legislation and requirements. We recommend that everyone maintains a consistent practice of checking the official UK government sources for the most recent information and updates concerning the Graduate Route.
Engaging with one of our immigration advisors at Ronald Fletcher Baker guarantees comprehensive apoyo throughout your unique graduate journey. Our experts provide tailored advice to assist you in your application process. We will liaise with the University and the Home Office to ensure a seamless process.
Preguntas frecuentes:
1. ¿Puedo solicitar una prórroga del visado para titulados superiores una vez transcurrido el periodo de dos/tres años?
The Graduate Route does not offer an extension beyond the initial two or three-year period. Once your Graduate Route visa expires, you will need to explore other visa options if you wish to continue staying in the UK. Depending on your plans, you might consider options such as switching to a Skilled Worker Visa, applying for a different work-related visa category, or exploring other immigration routes available at that time.
2. ¿Cuenta el itinerario para titulados superiores para la obtención del permiso de residencia indefinido?
The time spent on the Graduate Route does not count toward settlement (Indefinite Leave to Remain) in the UK. However, it may provide you with an opportunity to gain work experience that could make you eligible for other visa categories, such as the Skilled Worker Visa.
3. ¿Puedo cambiar de visado de graduado a visado de trabajador cualificado en cualquier momento durante los dos años?
You will be able to switch to the Skilled Worker route if you meet the relevant requirements. You must have secured a job offer from an employer that holds a valid Skilled Worker Sponsor License and meeting the relevant criteria for the Skilled Worker visa category, such as skill level, salary, and English language proficiency.
4. ¿Puedo trabajar con un visado de estudios superiores?
During the Graduate Route period, you can work, seek employment, or start your own business in the UK. There are no restrictions on the type of work you can do, and you do not need a job offer to apply for this visa because it is an unsponsored route. You will be able to work, switch jobs and develop your career in the UK as required.
5. ¿Puedo viajar con un visado de estudios superiores?
Se le permite viajar con un visado de postgrado y siempre debe llevar consigo su BRP en vigor cuando viaje, ya que tendrá que mostrarlo a las fuerzas fronterizas del país al que viaje y es posible que le pidan que lo presente en la frontera del Reino Unido.
When crossing the UK border, information will be checked digitally on arrival, and those with a UKVI account will not routinely need to prove their status. To prevent unnecessary delays at the border, it is important to ensure the document you travel on is registered to your account.
6.¿Pueden sus familiares a cargo solicitar el visado basándose en su visado de graduado?
Bringing new dependents is not permitted, except in cases where the dependant is already present in the UK under a Student dependant visa. In such instances, they may also be eligible to apply as a dependent of a Graduate at the same time the Graduate applies for the Graduate Route.
7. ¿Qué hago si me deniegan el visado de estudios?
If your Graduate Visa application is refused, it can indeed be disheartening. However, it is important to remember that a refusal does not signify the end of your options or opportunities. It is recommended you seek legal advice regarding your application and depending on your circumstances you will have the following options;
Revisión administrativa - Una revisión administrativa es un proceso que le permite solicitar una revisión de su solicitud de visado si cree que ha habido un error en el proceso de toma de decisiones que condujo a su denegación.
Revisión judicial - Si la carta de denegación no le da opción a una revisión administrativa, puede solicitar asesoramiento jurídico para revisar judicialmente la decisión.
Nueva solicitud - Para volver a solicitarlo, no hay ningún problema. Sin embargo, ten en cuenta que las denegaciones de visados anteriores pueden afectar a tus posibilidades.
8. ¿Necesito un abogado para presentar la solicitud?
The Graduate Visa may seem simple as there is no requirement to have a Confirmation of Acceptance for studies [CAS] from a Sponsored University or a Certificate of Patrocinio for workers [COS] from a sponsored employer.
Sin embargo, el proceso de solicitud del visado para titulados superiores requiere documentación específica y deben cumplirse todos los criterios de admisibilidad. Hay varias razones por las que su solicitud puede haber fracasado:
No se proporcionó prueba de identidad
Situación migratoria incorrecta
No presentar todos los justificantes correctos
No responder a las solicitudes de información del Ministerio del Interior
Failing to provide evidence of completion of the course
Por lo tanto, sería aconsejable contratar a un asesor de inmigración con experiencia para que le guíe a lo largo del proceso.
Póngase en contacto con nosotros:
Please contact our Immigration team who will be able to assist you;
- Mohammed Abukar: Senior Abogado asociado │ M.Abukar@rfblegal.co.uk │ 02074675767
- Asra Shubbar: Paralegal de Inmigración │ A.Shubbar@rfblegal.co.uk │ 02076137134
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- Noticias Autor:Mohammed Abukar | Asra Shubbar
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