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The Government Authorised Exchange visa (Temporary Work) is designed for individuals who intend to come to the UK for a short-term work experience, to undertake training, an Overseas Government Language Programme, research, or a fellowship through approved schemes that aim to share knowledge, experience, and best practice. This visa category is part of the Temporary Worker route and requires sponsorship from a UK-based organisation that is authorised by the Home Office. It is not a route to settlement, but it allows individuals to gain valuable experience in the UK for a temporary period.
Temporary Worker
The Government Authorised Exchange visa (Temporary Work) is designed for individuals who intend to come to the UK for a short-term work experience, to undertake training, an Overseas Government Language Programme, research, or a fellowship through approved schemes that aim to share knowledge, experience, and best practice. This visa category is part of the Temporary Worker route and requires sponsorship from a UK-based organisation that is authorised by the Home Office. It is not a route to settlement, but it allows individuals to gain valuable experience in the UK for a temporary period.
Applicants must have a valid Certificate of Sponsorship from a UK licensed sponsor. This certificate is a unique reference number that holds information about the job and your personal details. The sponsor must be approved by the UK Home Office and the role must be related to the sponsor organisation's work.
The job you intend to do in the UK must be directly related to the work of your sponsor. This ensures that the exchange is beneficial to both the applicant and the sponsor, aligning with the objectives of the Government Authorised Exchange program.
Applicants must intend to undertake the work as described in their Certificate of Sponsorship. This requirement ensures that the applicant is committed to fulfilling the role for which they have been sponsored.
Applicants must not take a permanent job while on this visa. The visa is designed for temporary work and exchange, not for long-term employment in the UK.
Applicants must have a valid passport or other travel document to apply for the visa. The passport should be valid for the duration of your stay in the UK.
If bringing dependents, applicants must provide proof of relationship, such as marriage certificates for spouses or birth certificates for children.
Applicants must demonstrate they have enough money to support themselves in the UK without needing public funds. This typically means having at least ÂŖ1,270 in your bank account for 28 consecutive days.
If your sponsor is covering your maintenance, they must confirm this on your Certificate of Sponsorship. This can include accommodation and living expenses.
Applicants from certain countries must provide a valid tuberculosis test result if they are coming to the UK for more than six months. The test must be from an approved clinic.
Applicants must pay the healthcare surcharge as part of their application. This allows access to the UK's National Health Service (NHS) during their stay.
Applicants may need to provide a criminal record certificate from any country they have lived in for 12 months or more in the last 10 years. This is to ensure the applicant is of good character.
Applicants must provide biometric information, including fingerprints and a photograph, as part of the application process. This is typically done at a visa application center.
Applicants must pay the visa application fee of ÂŖ259. This fee is non-refundable, even if the application is refused.
Disclaimer: We are not immigration advisors. For professional immigration advice, consult a qualified immigration lawyer or OISC-registered advisor.
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