Tier 1
All skilled workers for Tier1 (General) Skilled Migration.
Tier 1 applicants must score 95 points on the points test.
As of April 2009 all Tier 1 Applicants must have at least a Masters Degree or above and earned the UK equivalence of £20,000 from the twelve months they are making an application.
Skilled workers already in the UK may extend their stay under Tier 1
Applicants currently on Student or Graduate Visas may extend their stay under Tier 1
Applicants currently on HSMP visa may extend their stay under Tier 1
Tier1 holders may remain in the UK as an employee or on a self employed basis. There is no sponsorship requirement by an employee or family member.
Tier 1 Visas are granted for three years and are extenable for a further two years After five years the applicant is eligible for indefinite leave to remain