Extending your stay or switching visa after your course
What to think about as your course end date approaches, including the Graduate route.
5 min readLinks to official guidance
Plan early
Your permission to stay is linked to your course. Note your visa expiry date in Intlgrate and set a reminder at least three months ahead.
Common options
- Graduate visa. Lets eligible graduates stay and work after successfully completing a degree. Check the current eligibility rules on GOV.UK.
- Extending a Student visa for a new course. See extend your Student visa.
- Other work routes, such as Skilled Worker, which depend on a job offer from a licensed sponsor.
Keep in mind
Applying before your current permission ends matters. If you are unsure about your options, speak to your university's immigration advice team or a regulated adviser.
This guide is general information, not professional, medical or legal advice. Rules and services change, so check the official source before acting.