I have a visit visa for UK and HSMP approval

[saby]

I might have to go to UK for an urgent purpose on a VISIT visa. Even though I am thinking of applying for EC asap, this is a matter which needs immediate attention.

I was wondering if I can apply for FLR and change of status from visit to
HSMP once I am there?

[gorajim]

Gordon is right. Only the following categories can switch in-country:

• a work permit holder;
• a student who has successfully obtained a degree qualification on a recognised degree course at either a United Kingdom publicly funded further or higher education institution or a bona fide United Kingdom private education institution which maintains satisfactory records of enrolment and attendance;
• a postgraduate doctor or dentist;
• a working holidaymaker;
• a participant on the Science and Engineering Graduate Scheme or the International Graduate Scheme;
• an innovator;
• a participant on the Fresh Talent: Working in Scotland scheme.