Tier 1 Visa - UK Points Based System (PBS)
The Tier 1 Visa replaces the previous Highly Skilled Migrant Programme (HSMP), International Graduates Scheme (IGS), innovator visa and entrepreneur visa.
- Tier 1 HSMP Highly Skilled Visa Points Calculator
Points calculator for the Tier 1 UK General Highly Skilled Visa, with a free assessment from a SkillClear Consultant. - Tier 1 Post Graduate Study Work Visa Points Calculator
Use the Tier 1 Post Graduate Study Visa points calculator if you have been a student within the UK within the most recent 12 months and have achieved the qualification for which your student visa in the UK was awarded. - Tier 1 Visa Appeals
If you have applied for a Tier 1 Visa and been refused then you should have the right to appeal. This especially applies to those who are refused a switch to Tier 1 Visa or an extension but leave to remain has expired whilst waiting for the decision. If this has happened then contact us urgently.
The Tier 1 Visa has 4 distinct sub-categories:
- Tier 1 HSMP Highly Skilled Visa
For highly skilled individuals without a job offer who can score sufficient points based on age, earning power, education and UK experience. This replaces the previous Highly Skilled Migrant Programme (HSMP) and provides the right to work without needing employer sponsorship for an initial period of 3 years. - Tier 1 Post Study Work Visa
This allows those who have been in the UK on Student Visa status the right to work in the UK for an initial period of 2 years if they have achieved a certain level of educational qualification. This replaces the previous International Graduates Scheme (IGS). - Tier 1 Investors Visa
This sub-category of the Tier 1 Visa allows those investing significant funds in the UK to live and work in the UK. - Tier 1 Entrepreneurs Visa
This Tier 1 Visa sub-category is for those setting up or taking over a business in the UK and being actively involved in the running of that business.
All of the above Tier 1 UK Visa sub-categories will require the applicant to achieve at least 75 points and, apart from the Investors sub-category, all applicants will also need to meet the Maintenance and English Language criteria.
