Information for Candidates

Are you interested in applying for the Tier 5 Government Authorised Exchanged visa? Whether you’ve already completed an internship and want to extend your visa, or if you have no idea where to begin, the Access Tier 5 programme is happy to help! Which of the following best describes you?

i’ve been offered an internship in the UK, but I need a sponsor!

That’s great! Your first step is to check your eligibility: Eligibility Criteria

If you are ready to apply, just follow these steps: The Process

I’m still looking for an internship in the UK. Can you help me find a job?

The role of the Access Tier 5 programme is to take over sponsorship responsibilities for employers who do not hold a sponsor license, but we cannot source jobs.

If you need a place to start, our partners at Inter-CV specialise in helping international students kickstart their careers. Check out their jobs database here to find employers interested in hiring international applicants: Search jobs here

I’m already working under Tier 5, Can I extend my visa?

If your Tier 5 GAE visa was granted for less than 12 months, you can extend your visa inside the UK (up to 12 months total). If you were granted the Tier 5 GAE visa for 12 months, then you can apply for an extension from your home country as long as you do not exceed the maximum of time allowed on this visa (24 months total).

Send us an email to discuss your extension so that we can advise on your particular circumstances.