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WHAT IS THE HSMP?
The Highly Skilled Migrant Programme is a visa category designed to let highly skilled individuals work in the UK in their field of expertise, by this means contributing to the development and success of the UK economy. It is suitable for candidates with well-developed and acknowledged skills in their field.
WORK PERMIT VS HSMP
The HSMP is more flexible than the work permit scheme because you do not require a specific job offer to apply and you do not need permission to change your employment at a later date. The HSMP is specifically designed to allow you to come to the UK to search for relevant job and self-employment opportunities. The only condition is that you must work within your field of expertise and become economically active as soon as possible.
It is possible to switch from work permit employment to the HSMP when already in the UK. For more information see Switching to HSMP.
HOW DOES IT WORK?
The HSMP runs on a points based system. Individuals need a minimum of 75 points to qualify. Click here for a more detailed guide to the points system.
The HSMP is usually issued for an initial period of 24 months with the option to extend for a further 3 years if the individual has been successful. After 5 years the individual will then be eligible to make an application for Permanent Leave to Remain in the UK.
Click on the link below to find out if you could qualify:
Visit HSMP Services or Email us for further information about the HSMP services ETCi can provide.
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