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Indian graduates are poised to explore greater opportunities with the launch of the Young Professionals Scheme on Feb. 28 by India and the UK. A total of 3000 visas are allocated under the scheme to India. The announcement came after the 15th India-UK Foreign Office Consultations and was confirmed by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on his Twitter. While there aren’t any updates on this new UK work visa, a document released by the Home Office explains the application process for a Youth Mobility Scheme visa. With the Youth Mobility Scheme, visa holders can live and work in the country for up to two years. Let us highlight some key facts about the scheme.
ELIGIBILITY FOR THE YOUTH MOBILITY SCHEME
You can apply for a Youth Mobility Scheme to live and work in the UK for a two-year period if you fulfil these criteria-
However, you cannot bring your family members through the scheme. Also, note that it is not a route to permanent residence. There are certain exceptions to the scheme. You cannot apply if either of the following applies-
Besides these eligibility criteria and exceptions, there are a few country-specific requirements for Indians. These include-
APPLICATION PROCESS FOR THE YOUTH MOBILITY SCHEME
The application process for the Youth Mobility Scheme is simple. You can apply online, but keep the following documents ready for the process-
You will also need to get a biometric residence permit by submitting your photograph and fingerprints at a visa application centre. Approval for the Youth Mobility Scheme application usually comes in about three weeks. The cost of application is 259 pounds, while a yearly health surcharge of about 470 pounds also applies.
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