FAQ’S

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  • 01. Can I choose a specific location to work?

    You will be given details of employers recruiting currently and can choose an employer or location of your choice. As a migrant worker the best supported area is the best to choose, best advised not to choose a rural area to work during your first visit

  • 02. Do I need to consider living cost while choosing a place of work?

    Living cost is not the only factor while choosing the place to live. There are other pros and cons choosing different places, be advised about other factors also. However, in a place like Central London the living cost is extremely high, it is best advised not to consider if you are looking to live in an affordable area.

  • 03. Am I entitled to public funds?

    Migrant workers are not entitled to the public funds on a Tier 2 work visa. The use of public funds is only possible once the indefinite live to remain status is achieved. You will be able to apply for a permanent resident status once you have worked in the country for five years.

  • 04. Will I be allowed to bring my family to UK?

    Everyone who comes to the United Kingdom wants to know whether they can bring their family to the UK. Your family members / "dependents” (your husband, wife or married partner, your child under the age of 18) can come with you when you come to the UK on your visa, but they need money to support themselves. You cannot bring anyone else to the UK. Documents required for a dependent visa application:

    • - Birth Certificate (Children)
    • - Marriage Certificate (married partners)
    • - Employment confirmation letter from your Employer or COS
    • - Passport
    • - Accommodation proof in the UK (Tenancy Agreement)
    • - Police clearance check from all the countries they lived
    • - Tuberculosis test report (not applicable for all nationalities)

        • Your employer is a rated sponsor who will certify the maintenance fund for your dependents. Therefore, you will be exempted to have a personal saving statement. Please note you will not have any recourse in the public funds and it's your responsibility to meet the cost of their stay in the UK. You can find detailed information on bringing your family to the UK on this link: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

  • 05. Will I be able to bring my parents and brother on a tier 2 dependent visa?

    No. Tier 2 dependent visa is granted for spouse (civil partner) and dependent children only

  • 06. Will the employer cover the family visa expenses at the time of COS?

    The expense for family visa is met by the candidate and employer does not contribute towards the cost. However, the proof of income (salary slips) and employment letter are some of the requirements for a Tier 2 dependant visa (family visa). There is another option to apply for a tier 2 dependant visa while applying the visa for a nurse on a tier 2 visa i.ei.e. prior to immigration. The nurse (candidate on tier 2) or family will have to show required funds along with employer COS (£630 for three months). However, it is best advised to apply for a Tier 2 dependant visa while in the UK.

  • 07. Will my partner/husband/wife be able to work in the UK?

    Your legal partner, husband or wife will be able to work in the UK while they are on Tier 2 dependant visa.
    Can my partner become a permanent resident or attain an indefinite live to remain?
    Your partner or spouse on a Tier 2 dependant visa, In order to attain a permanent resident status they have to stay in the United Kingdom for five years.