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The Temporary Work – Government Authorised Exchange Visa is for individuals who wish to come to the UK to take part in an approved training, internship, work experience or research programme, on a temporary basis.
If you are a temporary worker and you need to know whether this immigration route is right for you, it can be worthwhile to speak to a specialist immigration solicitor from the team at Latitude Law. There are many types of temporary work visas that might be suitable, depending on your aims in coming to the UK, and you must ensure you meet the relevant eligibility requirements for any route you intend to take, so legal advice can make a significant difference to your chances of success.
To speak to a solicitor about making an application for a Temporary Work – Government Authorised Exchange Visa, call us on 0044 161 234 6800 or 0044 207 046 7185, or complete our contact form to request a call back.
In order to qualify for a Temporary Work – Government Authorised Exchange Visa, you will need to prove that you have a valid Certificate of Sponsorship for the role you plan to undertake, issued by a sponsor that holds a valid Temporary Work – Government Authorised Exchange sponsor licence.
Your sponsor can be any of the following:
You must also meet the following criteria and demonstrate that:
The exact requirements to be satisfied may vary depending on your circumstances.
You will need to provide several legal documents to support your application. These include:
Additional documents may be required depending on your circumstances.
Government Authorised Exchange visa applications are submitted online and must be supported by specified documents to demonstrate that you satisfy the requirements of the Government Authorised Exchange visa programme. You will have to provide your identity, either by attending a biometrics appointment or using the ‘ID Check’ app.
Our expert solicitors can help you to identify the requisite documents needed for a successful outcome and support you throughout the application process.
Contact us today to arrange an initial consultation in relation to a Government Authorised Exchange visa application. Call on 0044 161 234 6800 or 0044 207 046 7185, or complete our contact form and we will get back to you shortly.
The application fee for each person applying is £259. The fee is the same whether you are applying from inside or outside the UK. Applicants must also pay the healthcare surcharge, which is usually £624 per year.
You can stay in the UK for up to 12 or 24 months (depending on the scheme you are applying for) or the time given on your Certificate of Sponsorship plus 14 days, whichever is shorter.
You can enter the UK up to 14 days before the start date of your job.
Your partner and children can apply to join you or stay in the UK as your ‘dependants’ if they are eligible. If their application is successful, their visa will end on the same date as yours.
You, your partner and your children will each have to pay the application fee and the healthcare surcharge, and prove that you have enough personal savings to maintain your stay in the UK.
You can apply for a visa up to three months before the day you are due to start work in the UK. This date is listed on your Certificate of Sponsorship.
Once you have applied online, proved your identity and provided your documents, you will usually get a decision on your visa within:
It is currently taking longer to get a decision on Government Authorised Exchange visas when you apply from outside the UK.
Are you hoping to work in the UK? Have you been offered a job role and seek permission to work here? Our immigration lawyers are experts in the operation of UK and European legislation that affects foreign workers.
If you need help securing a visa through the entrepreneur route, the immigration solicitors at Latitude Law are here to help. We can help you through the application process and provide legal advice and guidance on complex matters, such as appeals.
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All content on this page was reviewed by Latitude Law and is accurate as of 03/10/2022