Guidance for Tier 2 to Tier 4

[Bairdy88]

Hi all,

My girlfriend is currently on a Tier 4 student visa, and wants to stay after completing her masters. Her tier 2 visa expires in February so writing here to get some general advice/recommendations. I am a UK citizen from birth, and we are just about to move in together.

I am aware of the government listing of sponsored employers, but is there some advice on searching for jobs where suppliers are willing to consider sponsorship. For example, she passed a grad scheme application, only to be told they don't sponsor despite being on the list.

Appreciate any and all help!

Adam

[Bairdy88]

I meant Tier 4 to Tier 2

[sah10406]

Her tier 2 visa expires in February so writing here to get some general advice/recommendations.

I am aware of the government listing of sponsored employers, but is there some advice on searching for jobs where suppliers are willing to consider sponsorship.

For general information on eligibility to switch from Tier 4 to Tier 2, see https://www.ukcisa.org.uk/Information-- ... layer-3771

For specific advice on applying for relevant jobs, she should speak to the Careers Service at her university.

For example, she passed a grad scheme application, only to be told they don't sponsor despite being on the list.

It's not just about whether the employer is a Tier 2 sponsor, but about whether the specific job meets the requirements, which presumably it doesn't.