Type of work allowed

[OFCHARITY]

Hi Guys,

I remember a topic on the previous board about whether one had to work in the field he stated on his HSMP application. I just thought I'd share an exerpt of the response I got from the WorkPermits customer relations persons on the subject;


From: WPCustomers <wpcustomers@ind.homeoffice.gsi.gov.uk>
Date: 2004/03/31 Wed AM 03:06:27 EST
To: *********
Subject: RE: Terms of HSMP Renewal

Dear ****,

1. You can undertake any kind of work, for example, it could be as an
employee, a contract worker, or on a self-employed basis or a combination of
these. It will usually be expected that you will be lawfully economically
active when you apply to extend your stay in the UK under the programme.
However, if you have been unable to put your business or employment plans
into operation, we will expect you to provide evidence that you have taken
all reasonable steps to become lawfully economically active.

2. *******************.

I hope this is helpful.

John Lindley,
Work Permits (UK),
Customer Relations Team

> -----Original Message-----
> From: **********
> Sent: 29 March 2004 15:53
> To: customrel.workpermits@wpuk.gov.uk
> Subject: Terms of HSMP Renewal
>
> Hello,
>
> I have recently received approval under the HSMP scheme, I intend to apply
> for entry clearance in my country of residence soon. I have two HSMP
> specific questions however;
>
> 1. I stated in my HSMP application that I intend to work in the
> Accounting/Finance area once in the UK. I am currently in the final
> stages of completing a masters degree in Information Technology (wasn't
> mentioned in application, since I couldn't claim points on incomplete
> educational qualifications) , my question is, if I go to the UK and take a
> job in the area of Information technology instead of Accounting/Finance,
> would that fact be used against me when time comes for me to apply for
> renewal at the end of the first 12 months?
>
> 2. *************.
>
> Thanks for your time.
>
>

[Chess]

OFCHARITY,

If you review the renewal form FLR(IED)...it may help clarify your query.....It is recommended that you remain in the 'highly skilled' profession that you specified in you initial application.

However, some professions are inter-linked..forexample Civil Engineering and Structural Engineering...........Highways Engineering and Traffic Engineering...

However, If you applied as an Optician in your HSMP application - you can not get renewal based on having been a Veterinary Doctor