Tier 1 Visa - UK Points Based System (PBS)
THE TIER 1 GENERAL AND TIER 1 PSW VISAS ARE NO LONGER AVAILABLE TO NEW APPLICANTS AND EXISTING TIER 1 GENERAL VISA HOLDERS HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO EXTEND THEIR VISAS SINCE APRIL 2015.
The Tier 1 Visa replaced the previous Highly Skilled Migrant Programme (HSMP), International Graduates Scheme (IGS), innovator visa and entrepreneur visa.
- Tier 1 Visa Extension Points Calculator
Points calculator for extending your Tier 1 General or HSMP Visa (UK General Highly Skilled), with a free assessment from a SkillClear Consultant. - Same-Day Visa Processing
If you need your application decided urgently and you are able to apply within the UK then we can offer a same-day service. Appointments need to be booked in advance and you should ideally allow at least 6 weeks notice. and the decision is usually granted on the day of the appointment. Your Qualified Immigration Consultant can attend with you at the Home Office. Please either contact us by clicking the link above or call us on the number in the footer of this website.
The Tier 1 Visa has 4 distinct sub-categories:
- Tier 1 Visa - UK General Highly Skilled (HSMP) (DISCONTINUED)
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). This visa was closed to all new applicants on 5 April 2011 and is now only available to those extending their current HSMP or Tier 1 General Visa. - Tier 1 Visa - Post Study Work (PSW) (DISCONTINUED)
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 Visa - Investors
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 Visa - Entrepreneurs
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.
