What is the Graduate Route Visa?

Final year international students can take advantage of the Graduate Route Visa, a post-study work route for students who are in the UK.

The Graduate Route gives students the opportunity to apply to stay in the UK to find employment for 2 years (undergraduate and postgraduate taught students) or 3 years (PhD students).

If you are a final year international student and you would like to take advantage of the Graduate Route visa, please be aware that you must be in the UK to apply for the visa. UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) have published concessions for students who may have started their programmes remotely so that they when they should enter the UK.

Last reviewed: 22.08.2023