sivanadendla wrote:Hi there
At the moment Iam on Tier2(Intra Company Transfer) visa in UK
Is it possible for me to convert to HSMP(I have 85 points) to work for any company
Is YES, Please let me know how?
If NO, Please let me know the alternatives
You shd have posted this query in the UK Tier1 (General) thread for more help or responses...
Yes you can apply for Tier1(G) no more HSMP... You shd have 95points min.. 75+20
http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/worki ... igibility/
Please see the link which shows you are eligible to Tier1(G)
http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/worki ... lications/
The immigration categories from which you can switch into the highly skilled worker category
If you are in the United Kingdom and wish to stay as a highly skilled worker, you will need to be sure that you can switch into this category.
Switching into this category is allowed if you currently hold leave in the following categories:
Highly Skilled Migrant Programme (HSMP);
Fresh Talent: Working in Scotland;
International Graduates Scheme (IGS);
innovator;
postgraduate doctor or dentist;
student;
student nurse;
student re-sitting an exam;
student writing up a thesis;
work permit holder;
business person;
self-employed lawyer;
writer,composer or artist;
entrepreneur (tier 1);
investor (tier 1);
post-study worker (tier 1);
a skilled worker (tier 2 General);
an intra-company transferee (tier 2);
a minister of religion (tier 2); or
a sportsperson (tier 2);
Have the documents ready for the following:
1. Application form
2. Photos
3. Coverletter
4. PBS Summary sheet
5. Earnings proof - 2sources (Payslips + Bankstatements)
6. Educational proof - Oriignal Masters degree certificate
7. Maintenance funds
8. English proof
9. passport offcourse
check these threads for more info and experiences.. n cover letters..
http://www.immigrationboards.com/viewtopic.php?t=15879