I have a few queries regarding HSMP.?

Question

1. Can I apply for HSMP though I dont have any offer from a UK based company?

2. How to apply for this and how long wil it take for getting visa

3. For how many months or years wil this visa be valid ?

4. How much minimum bank balance should be maintained for having eligibility in this programme?

5. How much will applying for this programme cost?

6. Are multiple travels allowed (UK <-> India)?

7. Is it that with entry into Uk with this type of visa, there is some time limit for getting a job, faling to which the candidates visa wil be cancelled?

Answer 1

First of all the the UK HSMP scheme has been replaced and now a new scheme named Tier 1 is placed for the professional people who wish to migrate to the UK, Tier 1 is a point based system, where you have to access your skills and earnings and see if you can achieve the minimum points set for the migration check out the link http://www.workpermit.com/uk/uk-immigrat...

Now I can answer your other answers as well

2.visit VFS UK india site it will give you the further guidance like how to apply well since this is migration visa so it may take from two weeks to 20 weeks.

3 This new visa will be valid for 3 years initially.

4 the minimum balance that one should have is UK pounds 2800/- per person so  if any one like your spouse will accompany you then add UK Pounds 2800/- for that as well.

5.The fees for applying under tier 1 category is UK Pounds 600/- per person.

6.Yes multiple travel allowed.

7 No time limit , you have three years to look for your dream job.