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The International Agreement visa (Temporary Work) is designed for individuals coming to the UK to provide a service covered under international law, including employees of overseas governments and international organizations, as well as private servants in diplomatic households. This visa route is part of the temporary worker category and requires sponsorship from a UK-based employer or organization. The main purpose is to facilitate work in the UK that falls under international agreements, such as the General Agreement on Trade in Services (GATS) and similar bilateral agreements. This visa does not lead directly to settlement in the UK.
Temporary Worker
The International Agreement visa (Temporary Work) is designed for individuals coming to the UK to provide a service covered under international law, including employees of overseas governments and international organizations, as well as private servants in diplomatic households. This visa route is part of the temporary worker category and requires sponsorship from a UK-based employer or organization. The main purpose is to facilitate work in the UK that falls under international agreements, such as the General Agreement on Trade in Services (GATS) and similar bilateral agreements. This visa does not lead directly to settlement in the UK.
Applicants must have a valid Certificate of Sponsorship from a UK employer who is a licensed sponsor. The CoS is a unique reference number that confirms the job offer and details of the employment. The work must relate directly to the international agreement under which the visa is applied. The CoS must be issued no more than 3 months before the application date.
Applicants must intend to work for the employer specified on their Certificate of Sponsorship. This requirement ensures that the applicant is committed to fulfilling the role as outlined in the CoS. Any changes in employment must be reported to UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI).
Applicants must not be in breach of UK immigration laws, except for overstaying by less than 30 days. This ensures that applicants have adhered to previous visa conditions and have not engaged in unlawful activities.
Applicants must provide a valid passport or travel document. The passport should have at least one blank page for the visa vignette. It must be valid for the duration of the intended stay in the UK.
Applicants must demonstrate they have enough money to support themselves in the UK without recourse to public funds. This typically means having at least ÂŖ1,270 in savings for 28 consecutive days, ending no more than 31 days before the visa application.
Applicants from certain countries must provide a valid tuberculosis (TB) test certificate if they are coming to the UK for more than 6 months. The test must be from a clinic approved by the Home Office.
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 has no serious criminal convictions.
Applicants must pay the application fee of ÂŖ259. This fee is non-refundable and must be paid online as part of the application process. Ensure payment is completed to avoid delays in processing.
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Applicants must provide evidence of their employment offer, which should match the details on the Certificate of Sponsorship. This includes the job title, salary, and duration of employment.
In some cases, the sponsor may certify that they will maintain and accommodate the applicant. This must be clearly stated on the Certificate of Sponsorship. If this is the case, the applicant does not need to show personal savings.
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