I am just wondering if Doctorate Extension Scheme visa would be included in the 8 years Tier 4 time limit as I get different information.
On UKBA (.GOV) website it says: https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/s ... l_15_f.pdf
On UKCISA website it says: http://www.ukcisa.org.uk/International- ... -on-study/102. In all cases, if you have already completed a course leading to the award of a
PhD, Post Graduate research qualification or Research Masters Degree (as listed
in Annex 5 of this guidance) in the UK, the grant of leave you are seeking must not
lead to you spending more than 8 years in the UK as a Tier 4 (General) Migrant, or
as a Student.
Which one is correct? Can I get Doctorate Extension Scheme considering I have spent more than 8 years including my PhD?if you have already completed a PhD (or one of the postgraduate research qualifications listed in Annex 5 of the Home Office's Tier 4 policy guidance [^]) in the UK, any new Tier 4 application is subject to an 8-year limit (including courses below degree level, but not including Tier 4 leave granted under the Doctorate Extension Scheme).
Thanks.