PSW Visa Replaced ByGraduate Visa
Graduate visa guidance with 98%+ success rate. Same benefits as PSW - work 2-3 years without sponsor after UK degree.
Post-Study Work (PSW) Visa no longer exists. UK graduates now use the GRADUATE VISA with same benefits: NO sponsor, work any job, 2-3 years. Apply for Graduate Visa instead of PSW.
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PSW Visa Replaced by Graduate Visa
The Post-Study Work (PSW) Visa is no longer available. UK graduates now use the Graduate Visa (launched July 2021) which offers the same core benefit: 2-3 years work permission without sponsor after completing UK degree. Same concept, updated name and process.
PSW Visa vs Graduate Visa Comparison
The Graduate Visa offers the same benefits as the old PSW route. Here's what stayed the same and what changed.
PSW Visa
✓ 2 years (bachelor's/master's), 3 years (PhD)
✓ Work without sponsor
✓ Any job at any level
✓ Self-employment allowed
✓ No path to settlement
✓ One-time use
✗ Route discontinued
Graduate Visa
✓ 2 years (bachelor's/master's), 3 years (PhD)
✓ Work without sponsor
✓ Any job at any level
✓ Self-employment allowed
✓ No path to settlement (switch to Skilled Worker)
✓ One-time use
✓ Active now - apply today!
Looking for PSW Visa? Apply for Graduate Visa!
The Graduate Visa is the modern version of PSW with identical benefits. If you're a UK graduate looking for post-study work permission, the Graduate Visa is what you need. Same 2-3 year work freedom, same "no sponsor required" benefit, same ability to work in any job. Just apply for "Graduate Visa" instead of "PSW Visa" - it's the current name for the same concept.
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98%+ Success Rate for Graduate Visas (PSW Replacement)
Our specialist knowledge of Graduate Visa applications (which replaced PSW) has helped over 18,500 UK degree holders successfully obtain post-study work permission with Loading... requirements. Same benefits as PSW, updated process.
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