Dependent Doctor Training

[nandsenthil]

Hi,

Don't know where to post this, so posted in general forum.

I am on Tier 1 General visa and my wife has just joined me as a dependent. She has just completed her MBBS in India. I know from the rules that Tier 1 General dependents cannot work or train as a doctor, but normally that would be mentioned in the entry clearance clearly as "No employment as doctor or dentist in training". In her case this is not mentioned. The only thing mentioned is "No recourse to public funds". So does this mean she can train here in UK after completing her PLAB? Please advise.

[Lucapooka]

Her entry clearance should say Code 1 (+doc). If it does not she should get that amended. Her immigration status prohibits work in training.

[ban.s]

Hi,

I know from the rules that Tier 1 General dependents cannot work or train as a doctor,

the restriction is only on "training" posts i.e. structured rotation based training jobs leading to a consultant position on the completion of training.

there is no restriction to work as a doctor in 'non-training' posts e.g. staff grade, locum jobs etc.