Graduate Students - Post Study Work
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Overview

The Post-Study Work sub-category replaces the International Graduates Scheme and the Fresh Talent: Working in Scotland scheme. It is good for a non-renewable two-year period after which you are expected to transfer to another immigration category. Time spent under the Post-Study Work sub-category does not count towards permanent residence.
Specific Criteria
| Has successfully obtained either:
| 20 points |
| At a UK institution that is either:
| 20 points |
| Obtained the qualification while in the UK with:
| 20 points |
| Made the application within the last 12 months of obtaining the qualification | 15 points |
| Applying after having leave to remain in either the International Graduates Scheme, the Science and Engineering Graduate Scheme, or the Fresh Talent: Working in Scotland scheme | 75 points |
English Language Ability
The English language requirement is waived for Post-Study Work applicants because it is assumed English language profficiency was requried to obtained the eligible qualification.
Maintenance
Post-Study Work applicants from outside the country are required to score ten points by proving they can support themselves and any dependents.
| Start up costs | Funds | Total |
|---|---|---|
| £400 | £2,400 | £2,800 |
| 2/3 of the £2,400 is required for first dependent of the main applicant, and 1/3 for each subsequent dependant. | ||
Most Post-Study Work migrants are expected to switch from the Student (or Tier 4) category from within the UK, in which case the Maintenance test will only require the migrant to show they have £800 in Funds plus additional funds for dependants.
