India-UK Young Professionals Scheme: 3000 work visas up for grabs. Everything to know about the February b

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During the ballot period, starting at 2.30 pm on February 20, 2024, and ending at 2.30 pm on February 22, 2024, eligible Indian nationals with a bachelor's degree or higher can participate..

In 2023, the UK held India Young Professionals Scheme ballots in March and July, extending the opportunity to nationals from Hong Kong SAR, Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan through its Youth Mobility Scheme..

This partnership underscores commitments to enhance migration arrangements and strengthen cooperation on immigration violations between India and the United Kingdom.. To be eligible for the visa, you must:. be an Indian national or citizen between 18 and 30 years oldbe at least 18 years old on the date you plan to travel to the UKhave a qualification at bachelors degree level or above (Regulated Qualifications Framework level 6, 7 or 8)have 2,530 in savings to support yourself in the UKnot have any children under the age of 18 who live with you or who youre financially responsible for..

If youre eligible, enter the India Young Professionals Scheme ballot.If youre successful in the ballot, youll receive an invitation to apply for the visa.Prepare the documents that you need to apply.Apply for an India Young Professionals Scheme visa...

Documents you will need. a valid passport or other document that shows your identity and nationalityevidence that you have at least 2,530 in your bank account, for example bank statementsevidence of your qualificationsyour tuberculosis (TB) test results if youre living in India or another listed countrya police report or clearance certificate from India - check how to apply for criminal records checksYoull need a blank page in your passport for your visa..

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