Switching from Tier 1 (PSW) to Tier 2 (General)

[junebal]

Hi everyone,

Ihpe you're doing great! I am currently on a Tier 1 PSW visa, which will expire on the 17th of March 2017. I have a UK degree in Biomedical Science which I achieved in 2010 at University of Wolverhampton.

I am currently teaching in a College here England and it has been a year since I signed the fixed term contract. Now my employer is extending my contract to another 12 months and then hopefully a permanent contract.

My question is:
1.) How long will the Tier 2 Visa be if I did get it?
2.) What documents do I need?
3.) Also, my employer is paying for my education (I am currently studying towards my Teaching Qualification) Do they need to mention this?


Thank you very much. I hope someone can hep me.

This website has been really useful for me: I used this when I was applying for my Student Visa and PSW.

Thanks a lot Guys.

[geriatrix]

I am currently on a Tier 1 PSW visa, which will expire on the 17th of March 2017.

Tier 1 (PSW) leave is issued for 2 years.

1. 245HE. Period and conditions of grant
2. Tier 2 policy guidance
3. No.

[junebal]

Hi,

I didnt understand which one applies to me. Can anyone please explain 245HE. Thanks

[geriatrix]

245HE(e)(i) or 245HE(e)(ii), whichever is shorter.

[junebal]

Hi,

does it mean it will be 12 months?

tnx

[quantum1]

Hi,

does it mean it will be 12 months?

tnx

Yes

[junebal]

Will I be able to renew my visa after that 12 months?

[geriatrix]

Hi,

does it mean it will be 12 months?

tnx

Yes

How / Why?

[junebal]

Hi,

If my employer decided to renew my contract and make me permanent?

Thanks

Baljit

[geriatrix]

The period of grant will depend on the "period of engagement" or "period of sponsorship". If your employer specifies that to be less than 3 years then 245HE(e)(i) will apply, else 245HE(e)(ii).