Working visas
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In this section, we have put together basic information and links to a selection of visa categories that most interest international students. This list is in no way exhaustive as there are other immigration routes available to you depending on your situation.
Help finding a job? Working in collaboration with the Careers team, we co-host a series of workshops specifically for international students - search for 'Careers & Visas' on Handshake.
Information for employers. If you feel a prospective employer would benefit from further information on the working visa options for international students, you may want to share the following documents with them:
- International Student Employability Group guide for employers on Recruiting International Graduates which covers the Graduate and Skilled Worker routes
- UK Visas and Immigration guide to the UK's points-based immigration system: an introduction for employers.
» Skilled Worker visa
Information on the UK's main work visa which includes the sub category Health & Care Worker visa.
» Innovator Founder visa
Gov.uk information on the Innovator Founder visa for those setting up a business in the UK.