Switching from Student visa to Tier2 half way through 2nd MSc(1st MSc completed in UK)

Hello experts,

I completed my MSc in March 2021 and currently doing 2nd MSc. I have been offered a job and the company is happy to sponsor my Tier2 visa. I am a bit confused here as the rules say I can only apply for Tier2 visa before a few months of graduation.

Do I have to complete my 2nd Msc to be eligible to apply for Tier 2 visa or since I have a MSc degree in UK already can I just go ahead and apply?
I want to take up the job full time if allowed. Please advice.

Thanks
Ravi

Ravi500 wrote: ↑

Fri Aug 27, 2021 9:52 am

the rules say I can only apply for Tier2 visa before a few months of graduation.

Where are you reading this?

In Appendix Skilled Worker the only reference to this requirement is where you are relying on tradable points for being a "new entrant" under option E (see paragraph SW 4.2 and SW 12.1 to 12.7), specifically the option in para SW 12.1(f). This doesn't seem to apply to you.