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🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Graduate Route Visa

Post-study work visa for international students who completed a degree at a licensed UK institution. No job offer or sponsorship required. Currently 2 years for bachelor's/master's, 3 years for PhD. IMPORTANT CHANGE: From January 1, 2027, duration reduces to 18 months for those graduating after that date (those graduating before December 31, 2026 still get 2 years). Can work in any job at any skill level. Does not lead directly to settlement - must switch to another route (usually Skilled Worker) for settlement path.

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Processing Time

8 weeks

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Cost

£822 visa fee + £1,035/year healthcare surcharge

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Duration

2 years (3 for PhD), reducing to 18 months from Jan 2027

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Work Rights

Unrestricted - any job, any skill level, self-employment allowed

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Renewability

Cannot be extended - one-time only

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Path to Permanent Residence

No

Requirements

  • 1Completed eligible UK degree
  • 2Valid Student visa at time of application
  • 3Apply from within UK
  • 4University confirms course completion

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