UK Graduate Visa

Overview

The Graduate visa lets international students who finish an eligible UK course stay to work or look for work. The length of the visa has been under review.

Key points

Who can apply

• Students who completed an eligible UK degree
• Applicants with a valid Student visa at the time
• Applicants whose university confirms successful completion

Eligibility details

• You are in the UK on a Student visa when you apply
• You completed an eligible course at a higher education provider that reports your completion
• You apply from inside the UK before your Student visa ends
• No job offer or sponsor is needed
• The visa length is under review, so check the current period

How OvalArc helps

1. Free assessmentWe review your age, education, work history and language score.
2. Route planYou receive options with costs and timelines in writing.
3. DocumentsWe prepare and check every document before filing.
4. Filing and follow-upWe submit, track and respond to the authority.

Costs and timelines

• Government application and biometrics fees
• Language test and credential or skills assessment fees
• Medical exam, police certificates and translations
• Our service fee, set out in your written agreement

Government fees and processing times change. Your adviser gives the current figures from the official source.

Documents we usually need

• Valid passport
• Education certificates and mark sheets
• Work experience and reference letters
• Language test result (IELTS, CELPIP, TEF or other)
• Police clearance and medical when required
• Proof of funds and civil documents

The exact list depends on your case.

Mistakes to avoid

• Submitting documents that do not match each other
• Missing deadlines in an invitation or request letter
• Hiding past refusals or travel history
• Relying on outdated rules from old web pages

Common questions