Closure of PSW 2012
The Post Study Work visa route closed on 6 April but as an employer you can, of course, continue to employ people with valid leave in that category.
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Employing EEA workers
Most nationals from EEA countries can work in Scotland without permission from the UK Border Agency. Find advice on employing international workers and read the UK Border Agency's advice on 'Prevention of Illegal Working'.
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Tier 1 visa for highly skilled workers
Visa advice on employing workers under the Tier 1 Post Study Work, or Tier 1 General (highly skilled workers) categories.
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Tier 2 visa for sponsored workers
Information about the immigration routes available under Tier 2 for skilled workers who have a job offer.
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Employing European Economic Area students
Information on employing students from EEA countries in Scotland.
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Employing non-EEA students
You can employ non-EEA students but some restrictions apply.
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Employing Bulgarians and Romanians
Advice on employing Bulgarians and Romanians in Scotland.
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Migration Advisory Committee
Information on the Migration Advisory Committee who feedback to the UK Government on shortage skills.
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English language courses for employees
Information on English language courses across Scotland to help your employees integrate into Scottish life
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Tier 5 visa for temporary workers
Information on Tier 5 visas and employing temporary workers from outside the European Economic Area.
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Youth Mobility Scheme
The Youth Mobility Scheme is for young people aged between 18 and 30 from Australia, Canada, Japan, Monaco and New Zealand and Taiwan.
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Employing refugees
Information on employing refugees and asylum seekers in Scotland.
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Contact our Relocation Advisory Service
Can’t find the information you’re looking for on visas, immigration and relocation? Then contact our Relocation Advisory Service, we’d be happy to help.
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