Immigration for work in the UK

Immigration for work in the UK

Immigration rules for the UK change frequently, please contact your local British High Commission for up to date information on the latest situation, see contact details below for your relevant office.

Youth Mobility Scheme Tier 5 (previously Working Holiday visa)

You are now entitled to work in the UK for the full 2 years. Age restrictions apply to this visa category.

Dual Nationality

Anyone with dual nationality for the UK or another European Union country is automatically entitled to work in the UK.

Ancestry Visa

If you have a grandparent who was born in the UK you are entitled to claim ancestry and therefore have the right to work in the UK for up to 4 years with no restrictions.

Right of Abode

If you or one of your parents were born in the UK you may apply for a Certificate of Entitlement to the Right of Abode. If granted, the certificate remains valid for the life of your passport and entitles you to live and work in the UK indefinitely.

Spouses

If you are married to a British national you may be entitled to work in the UK. Likewise, if you are accompanying a spouse who has dual nationality or partiality you may also be entitled to work in the UK.

Work Permits

Please refer to UK Border Agency to identify current skills shortage list.

Contacts

Canada British High Commission
80 Elgin Street
Ottawa
K1P 5K7
Canada
www.ukincanada.fco.gov.uk

Australia British High Commission
Commonwealth Avenue
Yarralumla
Canberra
Australia
www.ukinaustralia.fco.gov.uk

New Zealand British High Commission
44 Hill Street
Wellington
6011
New Zealand
www.ukinnewzealand.fco.gov.uk