General work visa (Tier 2)
Overview You can apply for a Tier 2 (Standard) visa if: you've been supplied an experienced task in the United kingdom you're from outdoors the European Financial Spot (EEA) and Switzerland Getting sponsored You require to be employed by a licensed sponsor to apply to reside in the Uk. Your sponsor checks that you can do the task they're employing you for and if it qualifies you for a visa. They'll assign you a certificate of sponsorship to prove this. They need to also give you other details you need when you apply, for illustration how significantly you'll be paid. How extended it will get You can apply for a visa up to 3 months before the day you're due to start operate in the United kingdom. This date is listed on your certificate of sponsorship. You need to get a selection on your visa within three weeks when you apply from outdoors the Uk. Check the guide processing times to uncover out how lengthy finding a visa may take in your country...