Switch from tier 4 to tier 2 before completion of Masters

[krncmp]

Hi all,

I am currently in a similar situation.

You can actually work in UK for up to 4 months, or until you tier 4 visa expires if earlier, after you finish your course. You can then apply for a tier 2 visa within the UK as soon as you obtain evidence of degree completion.

My issue is that my employer already submitted my Certificate of Sponsorship 2 days ago for approval, which which expires in 3 months, and any applications under that COS need to be submitted before then. Unfortunately I will not be able to obtain proof of degree until after November potentially, so it will be too late.

I am wondering if I should

1) Politely ask for my employer to withdraw the current COS application, and issue one at a later date.

or

2) if it is possible to submit provisional grades before the actual final marks are in with a reference stating my award date.

Thanks!

[iworker]

You should be able to get a transcript and provisional result from uni with a letter saying original degree has not been issued and that u have passed your msc. With that u can apply.
if you cant get all the above, then its advisable to ask the employer to re-issue the cos in couple of months time.