Working in the UK and the Points-Based Immigration System
Understand the Points-Based Immigration System and what immigration permission you may need to work in the UK.
Staff Immigration
Information for current and prospective staff and visitors on immigration matters, including the available support.
Working in the UK
Information for current and prospective international staff and recruiting managers on the points-based immigration system and UK work visas
Skilled Worker visa
Overview of the Skilled Worker visa and sponsorship requirements.
Global Talent visa
Overview of the Global Talent visa endorsement routes and application process.
Temporary Work Visas
Overview of the most commonly used Temporary Work Visas and the sponsorship requirements.
Settlement / Indefinite Leave to Remain
Overview of the eligibility requirements, application process and how the Staff Immigration Team can help.
Information for Student or Tier 4 Visa workers
Understand the restrictions of your Student / Tier 4 Visa so you can work in accordance with the terms of your visa.
Right to Work
Information about eligibility to work checks in the UK
Conducting right to work checks
How to carry out the necessary checks to ensure workers are eligible to work in the UK.
Completing an online right to work check
Understand how to carry out an online right to work check using the Home Office online service.
Visiting the UK
Information for staff about visiting the UK
Inviting visitors to the University
Understand what you need to do before inviting a visitor to the University and what types of activity they can do while they are here.
Support for International Staff
Information about how we can support international staff working at the University
Staff Networks and Groups
Our Staff Networks are dedicated spaces for colleagues sharing particular circumstances or characteristics to connect with others and share their experiences.
Relocation procedure
Find out if you're eligible and how to claim relocation expenses.
Visa Reimbursement Scheme
Find out if you're eligible and how to claim immigration expenses.
Interest-free loan scheme for Home Office application fees and related legal costs
Apply for an interest-free loan to cover Home Office visa application fees and legal advice, to secure a legal right to live and work in the UK.
News Items
Staff immigration news updates
Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) for Academics/Researchers
Overview of the ATAS requirements and application process for international academics and research-only staff.
Get ready for a digitised immigration system: create your UKVI account and convert to an eVisa
UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) are replacing physical immigration documents with an online record of your immigration status or 'eVisa'
Contact Us
If you have any staff immigration or visa queries, please contact the Staff Immigration Team.