Tier 1 General Visas - Skilled Immigration Applications
Tier 1 General Highly Skilled visas allow people to live and work in the United Kingdom without travel or employment restrictions. Individuals that have specialist skills in any area can work in the United Kingdom on this visa. Tier 1 General visas may be for you! The Tier 1 General visa points calculator allows you to find out if you qualify now, by answering a few simple questions. You can begin your application instantly!
Tier 1 General visas have replaced the HSMP visa scheme. Tier 1 General is very similar to the old HSMP visa programme.
fastUKpermit's lawyers have acted successfully for many clients in respect of skilled visa applications. Tier 1 General is a desirable UK visa to hold. Once approved, the visa will allow you to live and work in the UK on a long-term basis. You may work for any employer of your choosing in the UK, or engage in self-employment. You may even work as an independant contractor/consultant, or join an existing business as a partner or director.
This visa leads to Indefinite Leave to Remain in the UK, and British citizenship there after.
We are here to take the trouble out of Tier 1 applications. Our aim is to ensure you obtain your visa without delay. Age, qualifications and English language criteria, along with the earnings & maintenance criteria are explained, showing how points are awarded. The detail of our consultation, and application preparation services, and our fees are also provided. If you think you qualify, contact us now.
All immigration advice will be provided by a lawyer that is regulated by the OISC (Immigration Services Commissioner). Your application will be prepared by a lawyer who will be assigned to your case from start to success.
Qualifying for a Tier 1 General requires similar criteria to the previous Highly Skilled Migrant Programme (HSMP) being met. An applicant?s qualifications, previous earnings, and age are considered, along with English Language capability and personal savings. Work experience or qualifications earned in the UK may earn you additional points. A total of 75 points is required for the attributes listed.
UK Visa applicants in this visa category must be able to satisfy the language and maintenance requirements
Tier 1 General versus UK Work Permits
The Tier 1 General visa has distinct advantages over a UK Work Permit. Unlike a UK Work Permit, applicants do not need a specific job offer in the UK before they apply. It is not necessary for an employer to sponsor an individual, meaning that you will not be tied to an employer.
Employment for your spouse & dependants
Under this scheme, the visa holder's family (partner and children) can enjoy the same benefits as UK nationals. This means that your family will have access to a free education, free healthcare and permission to work in the UK as they choose. There are no limits or restrictions on their employment either.
How long will the visa be granted for?
Visas are granted for an initial period of 3 years. Applicants may extend their leave for a period of up to 2 years, subject to satisfying the requirements of Tier 1 at the time of applying for an extension.
Do I need a lawyer?
The UK authorities are very strict in enforcing the specific requirements for the Tier 1 visa category. It is quite common for an applicant who believes they have put together a complete application to wait weeks for a decision only to find they have been rejected. Furthermore, the government fee also needs to be paid a second time, when applying after being rejected on a technicality, adding further costs in addition to the unnecessary delay of going through the application process twice.
fastUKpermit's teams of lawyers are ready to assist you ensure your application is a success, first time. Professional results, sensible fees. Contact us now.
