From d5ff86a7f5b0cde17a63f009a8fd1a3ff608bda1 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: laurahermionetennant92 <38726669+laurahermionetennant92@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Mon, 29 Apr 2024 13:30:49 +0100 Subject: [PATCH 01/16] Simplified apply for your visa to train to teach Simplified apply for your visa to train to teach --- app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/ukraine.md | 2 +- .../visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md | 183 +++++------------- 2 files changed, 48 insertions(+), 137 deletions(-) diff --git a/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/ukraine.md b/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/ukraine.md index 18672bfd86..7d46dcaf89 100644 --- a/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/ukraine.md +++ b/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/ukraine.md @@ -188,7 +188,7 @@ If you have general questions about the information on this page, you can email You may be eligible for personalised support from a [teacher training adviser](/teacher-training-advisers). They can help with your application to a training provider or school. -To check if you're eligible for an adviser, you can call us on +44 800 389 2500. Calls will be charged at your country’s standard rate. Or you can contact us using the live chat service at the bottom of this page. +To check if you're eligible for an adviser, you can call us on +44 800 389 2500. Calls will be charged at your country’s standard rate. Or you can contact us using the live chat service at the bottom of this page. We’re available Monday to Friday between 8:30am and 5:30pm (UK local time) except on [bank holidays](https://www.gov.uk/bank-holidays) in England. diff --git a/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md b/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md index 28ee80dc9e..05d6e6ff44 100644 --- a/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md +++ b/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md @@ -38,198 +38,109 @@ keywords: If you’re applying for teacher training as a non-UK citizen, you will need a visa or immigration status allowing you to study or work in England. -The information on this page is for: +### How to apply for your visa -* non-UK citizens living in the UK -* non-UK citizens living outside the UK -* refugees or asylum seekers +#### Student visas -You will not need a visa to train to teach in the UK if you: - -* are an Irish citizen -* have settled or pre-settled status under the [EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS)](https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families) -* have [indefinite leave to remain](https://www.gov.uk/guidance/indefinite-leave-to-remain-in-the-uk) - -If you are currently studying in the UK on a student visa, you may be able to apply for a [graduate visa](#graduate-visa). - -### EU Settlement Scheme - -If you or your family are from the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland, and you or a family member were living in the UK by 31 December 2020, you may still be able to apply to the [EU Settlement Scheme](https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families). - -### Check your status +Most teacher training courses in England are fee-paying. You will need a Student visa if you are studying on a fee-paying course. Your Student visa must be sponsored by your teacher training provider. -If you’re not sure about your immigration status, you can [check if you need a UK visa](https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa). +#### Skilled worker visas -## Main visa routes for teacher training in England - -Most non-UK applicants for teacher training will need one of the following: +Some teacher training courses in England are salaried – this means you work and earn a salary while you train. Currently, places on these courses are very limited. You will need a Skilled worker visa if you are studying on a salaried training course. Your Skilled worker visa must be sponsored by the school employing you. -* a student visa -* a skilled worker visa +#### To apply for your visa, follow these steps -## Student visa +Visit [Find postgraduate teacher training](https://www.gov.uk/find-postgraduate-teacher-training-courses) and filter your search results by visa sponsorship. -For a fee-paying teacher training course, you will need a student visa. Your visa must be sponsored by a teacher training provider that is a licensed sponsor of student visas. +Email your chosen provider to check they can sponsor you, then apply for your teacher training course. -You can [find postgraduate teacher training providers](https://www.gov.uk/find-postgraduate-teacher-training-courses) which can sponsor student visas. We suggest you contact them to check they can sponsor you before you apply for a training place. +When you have a confirmed offer of a training place, you’ll be able to apply for your visa. -You’ll be able to apply for your visa if you: +For a Student visa, you will also need to: -* have a confirmed offer of a place on a course with a teacher training provider that is a licensed sponsor of student visas * have a reference number, called a confirmation of acceptance for studies (CAS), which your training provider will give you * [have enough money to support yourself and pay for your course](https://www.gov.uk/student-visa/money) * [meet certain standards in speaking, reading, writing and understanding English](https://www.gov.uk/student-visa/knowledge-of-english) -### How a bursary or scholarship can help with your student visa application - -If you are training to teach physics or languages, you may be eligible for a [bursary or scholarship](/non-uk-teachers/fees-and-funding-for-non-uk-trainees#bursaries-and-scholarships-for-non-uk-trainee-languages-and-physics-teachers). Bursaries and scholarships are tax-free payments from the UK government which you do not have to pay back. You can use them in your student visa application as proof that you have enough money to support yourself. - -Your training provider should confirm that you will receive a bursary or scholarship when they offer you a training place and send you your confirmation of acceptance for studies (CAS) reference number. They should also give you documentary proof of your bursary or scholarship, which you may be asked to include in your visa application. - -### Your partner and children - -If your course starts after 1 January 2024, you will not be able to bring your partner and children with you on a student visa. - -

- Apply for a student visa -

- -## Skilled worker visa - -For a teacher training course where you are paid a salary, you will need a skilled worker visa. Your visa must be sponsored by the school employing you, which needs to be a licensed sponsor of skilled worker visas. - -You can [find postgraduate teacher training providers](https://www.gov.uk/find-postgraduate-teacher-training-courses) where you can be sponsored for a skilled worker visa. Currently, places on these courses are very limited. Before you apply for a salaried teacher training place, we suggest you contact the training provider to check you can be sponsored. +For a Skilled worker visa, you will also need to: +* have a ‘certificate of sponsorship’ from the school which is paying you, confirming they will sponsor you +* [meet certain standards in speaking, reading, writing and understanding English](https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa/knowledge-of-english) +* check your salary meets the requirement for a Skilled worker visa -You’ll be able to apply for your visa if: +#### Salary requirement for a Skilled worker visa -* you have a confirmed offer for a salaried training place -* you have a 'certificate of sponsorship' from the school which is paying you, confirming they will sponsor you -* [you meet certain standards in speaking, reading, writing and understanding English](https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa/knowledge-of-english) -* your salary meets the requirement for a skilled worker visa +Non-UK salaried trainee teachers must earn a minimum salary to be eligible for a Skilled worker visa – this varies by region, as follows: -Your training provider can help you submit the correct details for your visa application. +* inner London: £25,831 -### Salary requirement for a skilled worker visa +* outer London: £24,415 -The salary threshold you must meet depends on the region you work in as a salaried trainee. +* London fringe: £23,200 -#### Full-time training +* rest of England: £23,200 -Non-UK salaried trainee teachers must earn a minimum salary to be eligible for a skilled worker visa – this varies by region, as follows: +Check the region you will be working in with your teacher training provider. -* inner London: £25,831 -* outer London: £24,415 -* London fringe: £23,200 -* rest of England: £23,200 +You may be able to train part-time, but your part-time salary must be at least £23,200. -Check the region you will be working in with your teacher training provider. +#### Your partner and children -#### Part-time training +If your course starts after 1 January 2024, you will not be able to bring your partner and children with you on a Student visa. -You may be able to train part-time, but your salary must meet the threshold for a skilled worker visa. +You may be able to bring your partner and children with you on a Skilled worker visa. -There are 2 requirements: +#### How a bursary or scholarship can help with your Student visa application -Your part-time salary must be at least £23,200. +If you are training to teach physics or languages, you may be eligible for a [bursary or scholarship](/non-uk-teachers/fees-and-funding-for-non-uk-trainees?#bursaries-and-scholarships-for-non-uk-trainee-languages-and-physics-teachers). You can use them in your Student visa application as proof that you have enough money to support yourself. -The full-time equivalent of your salary must meet the threshold set for the skilled worker visa in your region, as follows: - -* inner London: £25,831 -* outer London: £24,415 -* London fringe: £23,200 -* rest of England: £23,200 - -Check the region you will be working in with your teacher training provider. - -If you are successful in applying for a skilled worker visa, [your partner and children may also be able to apply to come to the UK with you](https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa/your-partner-and-children). - -

- Apply for a skilled worker visa -

- -## Graduate visa - -If you are already an international student in the UK, you can apply for a graduate visa on successful completion of your degree. - -To apply, you will need to have been sponsored by a Home Office licensed student sponsor over the course of your studies. - -The graduate visa will allow you to study, work, or look for work in the UK for up to 2 years after completing your studies (3 years for PhD students) without a sponsor. - -This includes training as a teacher on a salaried or fee-paying initial teacher training course, as long as your training provider does not sponsor student visas. If your training provider can sponsor a student visa, you must apply for this type of visa. - -You will be able to switch from a graduate visa to another visa (such as the skilled worker visa) without having to leave the UK, if you meet the requirements for the new visa route. - -

- Apply for a graduate visa -

- -## High potential individual visa - -To be eligible for a high potential individual visa, you must: +### Check your status -* have a bachelor’s degree, master’s degree or PhD from a university listed in the [Global Universities](https://www.gov.uk/high-potential-individual-visa/eligibility) list -* have been awarded your qualification no more than 5 years before you apply -* have English language skills to [B1 intermediate level](https://www.efset.org/cefr/b1/) -* have personal funds of £1,270 -* pass a security and criminality check +If you’re not sure about your immigration status, you can [check if you need a UK visa](https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa). -You do not need an offer of a place on a teacher training course to apply for this visa and you’ll be able to stay in the UK for 2 years with a bachelor’s or master’s degree, and 3 years with a PhD. -If your visa application is successful, you will be able to train as a teacher on either a salaried or fee-paying initial teacher training course, as long as the course does not meet the requirements for a student visa. If the course can sponsor a student visa, you must apply for this type of visa. +You will not need a visa to train to teach in the UK if you: -

- Apply for a high potential individual visa -

+* are an Irish citizen +* have settled or pre-settled status under the [EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS)](https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families) +* have [indefinite leave to remain](https://www.gov.uk/guidance/indefinite-leave-to-remain-in-the-uk) -## India young professionals scheme +You will not need to be sponsored for a Student or Skilled worker visa if you have a: -To be eligible for the India young professionals scheme visa, you must: +[British National (Overseas) visa](https://www.gov.uk/british-national-overseas-bno-visa) -* be an Indian citizen -* be between 18 and 30 years old -* have an eligible qualification -* have £2,530 in savings +[Family visa](https://www.gov.uk/uk-family-visa) -The visa allows you to live and work in the UK for up to 2 years. To apply for the visa, you must first enter a ballot. +[Graduate visa](https://www.gov.uk/graduate-visa) -

- Apply for the India young professionals scheme -

+[High Potential Individual visa](https://www.gov.uk/high-potential-individual-visa) -## Youth Mobility Scheme visa +[India Young Professionals Scheme visa](https://www.gov.uk/india-young-professionals-scheme-visa) -The [Youth Mobility Scheme](https://www.gov.uk/youth-mobility) allows [young people from certain countries](https://www.gov.uk/youth-mobility/eligibility) to come to the UK to study or work without a sponsor. This includes training as a teacher through either a salaried or fee-paying initial teacher training course. +[UK Ancestry visa](https://www.gov.uk/ancestry-visa) -A Youth Mobility Scheme visa lasts up to 2 years. You may be able to switch from a Youth Mobility Scheme visa to another visa route (for example, the skilled worker visa) without having to leave the UK. You’ll need to meet the requirements for the new visa route. +[Youth Mobility Scheme visa](https://www.gov.uk/youth-mobility) -## Other visas -Depending on your personal circumstances, you may be able to work or study in the UK on alternative visas – for example: -* on a [Family visa](https://www.gov.uk/uk-family-visa) -* on a [UK Ancestry visa](https://www.gov.uk/ancestry-visa) -* if you are from Hong Kong, on a [British National (Overseas) visa](https://www.gov.uk/british-national-overseas-bno-visa) -* as a [family member of someone on a student visa](https://www.gov.uk/student-visa/family-members) -* as a [family member of someone on a skilled worker visa](https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa/your-partner-and-children) +You will not need to be sponsored for a Student or Skilled worker visa if you have you have permission to live in the UK as a dependent (usually partner) of someone on a visa. You can work or study without a sponsor for the duration of your partner’s visa. -## Refugees and asylum seekers +### Refugees and asylum seekers If you have been granted refugee status, you can apply for teacher training – either salaried or fee-paying – and will usually be eligible for [financial support to train to teach on a fee-paying course](/non-uk-teachers/fees-and-funding-for-non-uk-trainees). -If you are in the process of seeking asylum, you should refer to your immigration bail conditions to see if you have permission to study on a teacher training course. You will not usually be eligible for financial support to train to teach on a fee-paying course. You are also unlikely to be able to undertake salaried teacher training while your asylum claim is considered, because asylum seekers do not usually have the right to work, although [there are some exceptions](https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/working-whilst-an-asylum-claim-is-considered/working-in-the-uk-whilst-an-asylum-case-is-considered). +If you are in the process of [seeking asylum](https://www.gov.uk/claim-asylum), you should refer to your immigration bail conditions to see if you have permission to study on a teacher training course. Learn more about: -* [claiming asylum in the UK](https://www.gov.uk/claim-asylum) if you are an asylum seeker * [support for British and non-British nationals in Afghanistan](https://www.gov.uk/guidance/support-for-british-and-non-british-nationals-in-afghanistan) * [support for Ukrainian nationals](/non-uk-teachers/ukraine) ## Visa fees and other charges -Depending on which visa you are applying for, you will usually need to show you have enough money to support yourself in England by providing proof of a certain level of savings or income. You’ll be guided through this process when you apply for your visa. +You will usually need to show you have enough money to support yourself in England by providing proof of savings or income. You’ll be guided through this process when you apply for your visa. ### Visa fees -You’ll also have to pay visa fees which vary depending on which visa you are applying for. +You’ll also have to pay visa fees. [Calculate how much your visa will cost](https://www.gov.uk/visa-fees). @@ -237,7 +148,7 @@ You’ll also have to pay visa fees which vary depending on which visa you are a You may need to [pay for UK healthcare](https://www.gov.uk/healthcare-immigration-application) as part of your immigration application – this is called the Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS). -However, students can usually claim a refund of the IHS if they: +However, some students can claim a refund of the IHS if they: * are a full-time student in UK higher education * have a visa starting on or after 1 January 2021 From 261080549dce0ab6aa2c502eceeab8f005601519 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: laurahermionetennant92 <38726669+laurahermionetennant92@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Mon, 29 Apr 2024 15:07:36 +0100 Subject: [PATCH 02/16] Tweaks Tweaks --- .../visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md | 37 ++++++++++--------- 1 file changed, 19 insertions(+), 18 deletions(-) diff --git a/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md b/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md index 05d6e6ff44..e52704d38d 100644 --- a/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md +++ b/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md @@ -38,17 +38,17 @@ keywords: If you’re applying for teacher training as a non-UK citizen, you will need a visa or immigration status allowing you to study or work in England. -### How to apply for your visa +## How to apply for your visa -#### Student visas +### Student visas Most teacher training courses in England are fee-paying. You will need a Student visa if you are studying on a fee-paying course. Your Student visa must be sponsored by your teacher training provider. -#### Skilled worker visas +### Skilled worker visas Some teacher training courses in England are salaried – this means you work and earn a salary while you train. Currently, places on these courses are very limited. You will need a Skilled worker visa if you are studying on a salaried training course. Your Skilled worker visa must be sponsored by the school employing you. -#### To apply for your visa, follow these steps +### To apply for your visa, follow these steps Visit [Find postgraduate teacher training](https://www.gov.uk/find-postgraduate-teacher-training-courses) and filter your search results by visa sponsorship. @@ -63,11 +63,12 @@ For a Student visa, you will also need to: * [meet certain standards in speaking, reading, writing and understanding English](https://www.gov.uk/student-visa/knowledge-of-english) For a Skilled worker visa, you will also need to: + * have a ‘certificate of sponsorship’ from the school which is paying you, confirming they will sponsor you * [meet certain standards in speaking, reading, writing and understanding English](https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa/knowledge-of-english) * check your salary meets the requirement for a Skilled worker visa -#### Salary requirement for a Skilled worker visa +### Salary requirement for a Skilled worker visa Non-UK salaried trainee teachers must earn a minimum salary to be eligible for a Skilled worker visa – this varies by region, as follows: @@ -83,17 +84,17 @@ Check the region you will be working in with your teacher training provider. You may be able to train part-time, but your part-time salary must be at least £23,200. -#### Your partner and children +### Your partner and children If your course starts after 1 January 2024, you will not be able to bring your partner and children with you on a Student visa. You may be able to bring your partner and children with you on a Skilled worker visa. -#### How a bursary or scholarship can help with your Student visa application +### How a bursary or scholarship can help with your Student visa application If you are training to teach physics or languages, you may be eligible for a [bursary or scholarship](/non-uk-teachers/fees-and-funding-for-non-uk-trainees?#bursaries-and-scholarships-for-non-uk-trainee-languages-and-physics-teachers). You can use them in your Student visa application as proof that you have enough money to support yourself. -### Check your status +## Check your status If you’re not sure about your immigration status, you can [check if you need a UK visa](https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa). @@ -106,20 +107,22 @@ You will not need a visa to train to teach in the UK if you: You will not need to be sponsored for a Student or Skilled worker visa if you have a: -[British National (Overseas) visa](https://www.gov.uk/british-national-overseas-bno-visa) +* [British National (Overseas) visa](https://www.gov.uk/british-national-overseas-bno-visa) + +* [Family visa](https://www.gov.uk/uk-family-visa) -[Family visa](https://www.gov.uk/uk-family-visa) +* [Graduate visa](https://www.gov.uk/graduate-visa) -[Graduate visa](https://www.gov.uk/graduate-visa) +* [High Potential Individual visa](https://www.gov.uk/high-potential-individual-visa) -[High Potential Individual visa](https://www.gov.uk/high-potential-individual-visa) +* [India Young Professionals Scheme visa](https://www.gov.uk/india-young-professionals-scheme-visa) -[India Young Professionals Scheme visa](https://www.gov.uk/india-young-professionals-scheme-visa) +* [UK Ancestry visa](https://www.gov.uk/ancestry-visa) -[UK Ancestry visa](https://www.gov.uk/ancestry-visa) +* [Youth Mobility Scheme visa](https://www.gov.uk/youth-mobility) -[Youth Mobility Scheme visa](https://www.gov.uk/youth-mobility) +### Dependents You will not need to be sponsored for a Student or Skilled worker visa if you have you have permission to live in the UK as a dependent (usually partner) of someone on a visa. You can work or study without a sponsor for the duration of your partner’s visa. @@ -140,9 +143,7 @@ You will usually need to show you have enough money to support yourself in Engla ### Visa fees -You’ll also have to pay visa fees. - -[Calculate how much your visa will cost](https://www.gov.uk/visa-fees). +You’ll also have to pay [visa fees](https://www.gov.uk/visa-fees). ### Immigration Health Surcharge From 6f6b97282bbd395650d6c67a31f4ff2bc507f939 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: laurahermionetennant92 <38726669+laurahermionetennant92@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Mon, 29 Apr 2024 15:47:00 +0100 Subject: [PATCH 03/16] links links --- .../content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md | 4 ++-- 1 file changed, 2 insertions(+), 2 deletions(-) diff --git a/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md b/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md index e52704d38d..6c369a14eb 100644 --- a/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md +++ b/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md @@ -56,13 +56,13 @@ Email your chosen provider to check they can sponsor you, then apply for your te When you have a confirmed offer of a training place, you’ll be able to apply for your visa. -For a Student visa, you will also need to: +For a [Student visa](https://www.gov.uk/student-visa), you will also need to: * have a reference number, called a confirmation of acceptance for studies (CAS), which your training provider will give you * [have enough money to support yourself and pay for your course](https://www.gov.uk/student-visa/money) * [meet certain standards in speaking, reading, writing and understanding English](https://www.gov.uk/student-visa/knowledge-of-english) -For a Skilled worker visa, you will also need to: +For a [Skilled worker visa](https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa), you will also need to: * have a ‘certificate of sponsorship’ from the school which is paying you, confirming they will sponsor you * [meet certain standards in speaking, reading, writing and understanding English](https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa/knowledge-of-english) From 31732babcd4c7d253c389110dd070f8f1a58b943 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: laurahermionetennant92 <38726669+laurahermionetennant92@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Mon, 29 Apr 2024 15:56:43 +0100 Subject: [PATCH 04/16] Tweaks Tweaks --- .../content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md | 6 ++++-- 1 file changed, 4 insertions(+), 2 deletions(-) diff --git a/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md b/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md index 6c369a14eb..44fa058183 100644 --- a/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md +++ b/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md @@ -36,7 +36,7 @@ keywords: --- -If you’re applying for teacher training as a non-UK citizen, you will need a visa or immigration status allowing you to study or work in England. +If you’re applying for teacher training as a non-UK citizen, you will need a [visa or immigration status allowing you to study or work in England](#check-your-status). ## How to apply for your visa @@ -162,13 +162,15 @@ Learn more about [getting an IHS refund](https://www.gov.uk/guidance/immigration If you have general questions about the information on this page, you can email us at teach.inengland@education.gov.uk. +You can also [contact UK Visas and Immigration for help](https://www.gov.uk/contact-ukvi-inside-outside-uk). + You may be eligible for personalised support from a [teacher training adviser](/teacher-training-advisers). They can help with your application to a training provider or school. To check if you're eligible for an adviser, you can call us on +44 800 389 2500. Calls will be charged at your country’s standard rate. Or you can contact us using the live chat service at the bottom of this page. We’re available Monday to Friday between 8:30am and 5:30pm (UK local time) except on [bank holidays](https://www.gov.uk/bank-holidays) in England. -You can also [contact UK Visas and Immigration for help](https://www.gov.uk/contact-ukvi-inside-outside-uk). + From 3dec7c05c1874d9001a7ac6a0aee4ce021737b3b Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: laurahermionetennant92 <38726669+laurahermionetennant92@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Mon, 29 Apr 2024 16:07:00 +0100 Subject: [PATCH 05/16] Update visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md --- app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md | 2 +- 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md b/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md index 44fa058183..b4bda44286 100644 --- a/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md +++ b/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md @@ -52,7 +52,7 @@ Some teacher training courses in England are salaried – this means you work an Visit [Find postgraduate teacher training](https://www.gov.uk/find-postgraduate-teacher-training-courses) and filter your search results by visa sponsorship. -Email your chosen provider to check they can sponsor you, then apply for your teacher training course. +Email your chosen provider to check they can sponsor you, then [apply for your teacher training course](/how-to-apply-for-teacher-training). When you have a confirmed offer of a training place, you’ll be able to apply for your visa. From 224e5e17745cd45a43c20103e894e999a01fe3ad Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: laurahermionetennant92 <38726669+laurahermionetennant92@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Mon, 13 May 2024 12:35:51 +0100 Subject: [PATCH 06/16] Edits for greater clarity Edits for greater clarity --- .../content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md | 8 ++++---- 1 file changed, 4 insertions(+), 4 deletions(-) diff --git a/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md b/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md index b4bda44286..03956ba783 100644 --- a/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md +++ b/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md @@ -40,13 +40,13 @@ If you’re applying for teacher training as a non-UK citizen, you will need a [ ## How to apply for your visa -### Student visas +### Student visa -Most teacher training courses in England are fee-paying. You will need a Student visa if you are studying on a fee-paying course. Your Student visa must be sponsored by your teacher training provider. +Most teacher training courses in England are fee-paying. If you don't already have a visa or immigration status allowing you to study in England, you will need a Student visa if you train on a fee-paying course. Your Student visa must be sponsored by your teacher training provider. -### Skilled worker visas +### Skilled worker visa -Some teacher training courses in England are salaried – this means you work and earn a salary while you train. Currently, places on these courses are very limited. You will need a Skilled worker visa if you are studying on a salaried training course. Your Skilled worker visa must be sponsored by the school employing you. +Some teacher training courses in England are salaried – this means you [work and earn a salary while you train](/funding-and-support/salaried-teacher-training). Currently, places on these courses are very limited. If you don't already have a visa or immigration status allowing you to work in England, you will need a Skilled worker visa if you train on a salaried training course. Your Skilled worker visa must be sponsored by the school employing you. ### To apply for your visa, follow these steps From df640f8b730a531cff88880c375cbbea5ab8b159 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: laurahermionetennant92 <38726669+laurahermionetennant92@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Mon, 13 May 2024 12:59:47 +0100 Subject: [PATCH 07/16] Tweaks Tweaks --- .../content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md | 6 ++++-- 1 file changed, 4 insertions(+), 2 deletions(-) diff --git a/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md b/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md index 03956ba783..93856040a5 100644 --- a/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md +++ b/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md @@ -40,13 +40,15 @@ If you’re applying for teacher training as a non-UK citizen, you will need a [ ## How to apply for your visa +Most candidates who don't already have a visa or immigration status allowing them to study or work in England will need to apply for a Student or Skilled worker visa. + ### Student visa -Most teacher training courses in England are fee-paying. If you don't already have a visa or immigration status allowing you to study in England, you will need a Student visa if you train on a fee-paying course. Your Student visa must be sponsored by your teacher training provider. +Most teacher training courses in England are fee-paying. You will need a Student visa if you train on a fee-paying course. Your Student visa must be sponsored by your teacher training provider. ### Skilled worker visa -Some teacher training courses in England are salaried – this means you [work and earn a salary while you train](/funding-and-support/salaried-teacher-training). Currently, places on these courses are very limited. If you don't already have a visa or immigration status allowing you to work in England, you will need a Skilled worker visa if you train on a salaried training course. Your Skilled worker visa must be sponsored by the school employing you. +Some teacher training courses in England are salaried – this means you [work and earn a salary while you train](/funding-and-support/salaried-teacher-training). Currently, places on these courses are very limited. You will need a Skilled worker visa if you train on a salaried training course. Your Skilled worker visa must be sponsored by the school employing you. ### To apply for your visa, follow these steps From b410d33d5c09ad784a3a831e634d2d8796c92a6a Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: laurahermionetennant92 <38726669+laurahermionetennant92@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Tue, 14 May 2024 16:24:51 +0100 Subject: [PATCH 08/16] Emma tweaks Emma tweaks --- .../content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md | 4 ++-- 1 file changed, 2 insertions(+), 2 deletions(-) diff --git a/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md b/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md index 93856040a5..8396e790c8 100644 --- a/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md +++ b/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md @@ -36,10 +36,10 @@ keywords: --- -If you’re applying for teacher training as a non-UK citizen, you will need a [visa or immigration status allowing you to study or work in England](#check-your-status). - ## How to apply for your visa +If you’re applying for teacher training as a non-UK citizen, you will need a [visa or immigration status allowing you to study or work in England](#check-your-status). + Most candidates who don't already have a visa or immigration status allowing them to study or work in England will need to apply for a Student or Skilled worker visa. ### Student visa From 3ccd9b0a747b78b43d3748f1edf1126b2fae6b5f Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: laurahermionetennant92 <38726669+laurahermionetennant92@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Wed, 15 May 2024 13:15:18 +0100 Subject: [PATCH 09/16] Emma tweaks Emma tweaks --- .../non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md | 12 ++++++------ 1 file changed, 6 insertions(+), 6 deletions(-) diff --git a/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md b/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md index 8396e790c8..420ac7d0a2 100644 --- a/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md +++ b/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md @@ -10,7 +10,7 @@ related_content: promo_content: navigation: 20.30 navigation_title: Apply for your visa to train to teach -navigation_description: Learn more about applying for a Student or Skilled worker visa to train to teach in England. +navigation_description: Learn more about applying for a Student or Skilled Worker visa to train to teach in England. date: "2021-05-27" image: "static/images/content/hero-images/0002.jpg" backlink: "../../" @@ -24,7 +24,7 @@ keywords: - Foreign - Non-UK - Visa - - Skilled worker visa + - Skilled Worker visa - Immigration - Student Visa - Graduate Visa @@ -40,15 +40,15 @@ keywords: If you’re applying for teacher training as a non-UK citizen, you will need a [visa or immigration status allowing you to study or work in England](#check-your-status). -Most candidates who don't already have a visa or immigration status allowing them to study or work in England will need to apply for a Student or Skilled worker visa. +Most candidates who don't already have a visa or immigration status allowing them to study or work in England will need to apply for a Student or Skilled Worker visa. ### Student visa Most teacher training courses in England are fee-paying. You will need a Student visa if you train on a fee-paying course. Your Student visa must be sponsored by your teacher training provider. -### Skilled worker visa +### Skilled Worker visa -Some teacher training courses in England are salaried – this means you [work and earn a salary while you train](/funding-and-support/salaried-teacher-training). Currently, places on these courses are very limited. You will need a Skilled worker visa if you train on a salaried training course. Your Skilled worker visa must be sponsored by the school employing you. +Some teacher training courses in England are salaried – this means you [work and earn a salary while you train](/funding-and-support/salaried-teacher-training). Currently, places on these courses are very limited. You will need a Skilled Worker visa if you train on a salaried training course. Your Skilled Worker visa must be sponsored by the school employing you. ### To apply for your visa, follow these steps @@ -64,7 +64,7 @@ For a [Student visa](https://www.gov.uk/student-visa), you will also need to: * [have enough money to support yourself and pay for your course](https://www.gov.uk/student-visa/money) * [meet certain standards in speaking, reading, writing and understanding English](https://www.gov.uk/student-visa/knowledge-of-english) -For a [Skilled worker visa](https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa), you will also need to: +For a [Skilled Worker visa](https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa), you will also need to: * have a ‘certificate of sponsorship’ from the school which is paying you, confirming they will sponsor you * [meet certain standards in speaking, reading, writing and understanding English](https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa/knowledge-of-english) From 49c5b3267be3751d2cab9061f8dfd7b2e9390638 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: laurahermionetennant92 <38726669+laurahermionetennant92@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Wed, 15 May 2024 14:31:40 +0100 Subject: [PATCH 10/16] Update app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md Co-authored-by: emmaachesongray <168454683+emmaachesongray@users.noreply.github.com> --- app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md | 2 +- 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md b/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md index 420ac7d0a2..a01213ce4d 100644 --- a/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md +++ b/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md @@ -70,7 +70,7 @@ For a [Skilled Worker visa](https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa), you will al * [meet certain standards in speaking, reading, writing and understanding English](https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa/knowledge-of-english) * check your salary meets the requirement for a Skilled worker visa -### Salary requirement for a Skilled worker visa +### Salary requirement for a Skilled Worker visa Non-UK salaried trainee teachers must earn a minimum salary to be eligible for a Skilled worker visa – this varies by region, as follows: From 66ccb507212d0e3d0bda276a3e3544ea537bdd5d Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: laurahermionetennant92 <38726669+laurahermionetennant92@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Wed, 15 May 2024 14:31:46 +0100 Subject: [PATCH 11/16] Update app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md Co-authored-by: emmaachesongray <168454683+emmaachesongray@users.noreply.github.com> --- app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md | 2 +- 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md b/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md index a01213ce4d..2bb1f76d99 100644 --- a/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md +++ b/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md @@ -90,7 +90,7 @@ You may be able to train part-time, but your part-time salary must be at least If your course starts after 1 January 2024, you will not be able to bring your partner and children with you on a Student visa. -You may be able to bring your partner and children with you on a Skilled worker visa. +You may be able to bring your partner and children with you on a Skilled Worker visa. ### How a bursary or scholarship can help with your Student visa application From bbfb1d36b5f820e4481313dfc576f399d8f437aa Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: laurahermionetennant92 <38726669+laurahermionetennant92@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Wed, 15 May 2024 14:32:03 +0100 Subject: [PATCH 12/16] Update app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md Co-authored-by: emmaachesongray <168454683+emmaachesongray@users.noreply.github.com> --- app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md | 2 +- 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md b/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md index 2bb1f76d99..9e37e49e8b 100644 --- a/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md +++ b/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md @@ -72,7 +72,7 @@ For a [Skilled Worker visa](https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa), you will al ### Salary requirement for a Skilled Worker visa -Non-UK salaried trainee teachers must earn a minimum salary to be eligible for a Skilled worker visa – this varies by region, as follows: +Non-UK salaried trainee teachers must earn a minimum salary to be eligible for a Skilled Worker visa – this varies by region, as follows: * inner London: £25,831 From cd30af6c52d7fb47a925092bbad011e695ce42ef Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: laurahermionetennant92 <38726669+laurahermionetennant92@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Wed, 15 May 2024 14:32:18 +0100 Subject: [PATCH 13/16] Update app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md Co-authored-by: emmaachesongray <168454683+emmaachesongray@users.noreply.github.com> --- app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md | 2 +- 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md b/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md index 9e37e49e8b..5c69b5fdf2 100644 --- a/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md +++ b/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md @@ -126,7 +126,7 @@ You will not need to be sponsored for a Student or Skilled worker visa if you ha ### Dependents -You will not need to be sponsored for a Student or Skilled worker visa if you have you have permission to live in the UK as a dependent (usually partner) of someone on a visa. You can work or study without a sponsor for the duration of your partner’s visa. +You will not need to be sponsored for a Student or Skilled Worker visa if you have you have permission to live in the UK as a dependent (usually partner) of someone on a visa. You can work or study without a sponsor for the duration of your partner’s visa. ### Refugees and asylum seekers From 76e38add6ba22761a15d92b720fb5c8b2e4fe8a3 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: laurahermionetennant92 <38726669+laurahermionetennant92@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Wed, 15 May 2024 14:32:31 +0100 Subject: [PATCH 14/16] Update app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md Co-authored-by: emmaachesongray <168454683+emmaachesongray@users.noreply.github.com> --- app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md | 2 +- 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md b/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md index 5c69b5fdf2..20d108bb12 100644 --- a/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md +++ b/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md @@ -107,7 +107,7 @@ You will not need a visa to train to teach in the UK if you: * have settled or pre-settled status under the [EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS)](https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families) * have [indefinite leave to remain](https://www.gov.uk/guidance/indefinite-leave-to-remain-in-the-uk) -You will not need to be sponsored for a Student or Skilled worker visa if you have a: +You will not need to be sponsored for a Student or Skilled Worker visa if you have a: * [British National (Overseas) visa](https://www.gov.uk/british-national-overseas-bno-visa) From 9a6171969a12caebaf4d15fe2d1322057348d498 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Martyn Whitwell Date: Wed, 15 May 2024 15:24:59 +0100 Subject: [PATCH 15/16] Remove non-breaking spaces --- app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/ukraine.md | 2 +- .../content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md | 4 ++-- 2 files changed, 3 insertions(+), 3 deletions(-) diff --git a/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/ukraine.md b/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/ukraine.md index 7d46dcaf89..54c77f8d6d 100644 --- a/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/ukraine.md +++ b/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/ukraine.md @@ -58,7 +58,7 @@ To be eligible for the IRP, you must be a teacher coming to England to teach lan You already have the right to train or work as a teacher in England if you're in the UK on (one of the following): -* [Ukraine Family Scheme visa](https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apply-for-a-ukraine-family-scheme-visa) – please note this scheme closed to new applications on 19 February 2024 +* [Ukraine Family Scheme visa](https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apply-for-a-ukraine-family-scheme-visa) – please note this scheme closed to new applications on 19 February 2024 * [Ukraine Sponsorship Scheme](https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apply-for-a-visa-under-the-ukraine-sponsorship-scheme) * [Ukraine Extension Scheme](https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apply-to-stay-in-the-uk-under-the-ukraine-extension-scheme) diff --git a/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md b/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md index 20d108bb12..f699118302 100644 --- a/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md +++ b/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees.md @@ -42,11 +42,11 @@ If you’re applying for teacher training as a non-UK citizen, you will need a [ Most candidates who don't already have a visa or immigration status allowing them to study or work in England will need to apply for a Student or Skilled Worker visa. -### Student visa +### Student visa Most teacher training courses in England are fee-paying. You will need a Student visa if you train on a fee-paying course. Your Student visa must be sponsored by your teacher training provider. -### Skilled Worker visa +### Skilled Worker visa Some teacher training courses in England are salaried – this means you [work and earn a salary while you train](/funding-and-support/salaried-teacher-training). Currently, places on these courses are very limited. You will need a Skilled Worker visa if you train on a salaried training course. Your Skilled Worker visa must be sponsored by the school employing you. From 4ae0292c1717ce643ae3ecff4904b5aa39a4d0b8 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: laurahermionetennant92 <38726669+laurahermionetennant92@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Tue, 21 May 2024 11:19:53 +0100 Subject: [PATCH 16/16] Train to teach page visa section cut back Train to teach page visa section cut back --- ...-teach-in-england-as-an-international-student.md | 13 ------------- 1 file changed, 13 deletions(-) diff --git a/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/train-to-teach-in-england-as-an-international-student.md b/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/train-to-teach-in-england-as-an-international-student.md index 568d728d76..feb08f20da 100644 --- a/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/train-to-teach-in-england-as-an-international-student.md +++ b/app/views/content/non-uk-teachers/train-to-teach-in-england-as-an-international-student.md @@ -209,19 +209,6 @@ If you are resident in the UK, you may already have a visa or immigration status To train to teach in England, you will need a visa or immigration status allowing you to study (or work, for salaried courses) in the UK. -When you have been accepted on to a teacher training course offering student or skilled worker visa sponsorship, you will be able to apply for your visa. - -[If you're an Irish citizen you do not need a visa](https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/common-travel-area-guidance). - -If you’re not sure about your immigration status, you can [check if you need a UK visa](https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa) or [contact UK Visas and Immigration for help](https://www.gov.uk/contact-ukvi-inside-outside-uk). - -### Already living in the UK? - -If you have settled or pre-settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme or indefinite leave to remain -you will not need a visa to train to teach in the UK. - -### How to apply - [Learn more about applying for the right visa for your teacher training course](/non-uk-teachers/visas-for-non-uk-trainees). ## Plan your move to the UK