Transitional arrangements for Tiers 2 and 5
Important information for people who are currently in the United Kingdom with leave to enter or remain in one of the immigration categories that are due to close when Tiers 2 and 5 are introduced.
Many existing immigration categories are due to close when tiers 2 and 5 of the points-based system are introduced. After this date, anyone with permission to stay in United Kingdom who wants to extend their stay will need to apply under the points-based system.
If you are in one of the following categories you and/or your employer will need to take action before Tiers 2 and 5 are introduced, if you want to extend your stay in the United Kingdom after your current leave expires.
Visiting Religious worker
Religious worker in a non -pastoral role
International Association for the Exchange of Students of Technical Experience (IAESTE)
International Fire Fighter Fellowship Programme
EU Leonardo da Vinci Programme
China Graduate Work Experience programme
Voluntary worker
Exchange teacher or language assistant
Research assistant to a Member of Parliament
Au Pair placement
British Universities North America Club (BUNAC) student
Member of a religious order
Rudolf Steiner concession
Private servant in a diplomatic household
Overseas Government Employee
Work permit holder - Medical Training Initiative (MTI)
Work permit holder - Training and Work Experience Scheme (TWES)
Work permit holder - General Agreement in Trade in Services (GATS)
Applications for work permits posted after Tiers 2 and 5 of the points-based system are introduced will not be accepted (unless you are a Bulgarian or Romanian national). Couriered applications and those sent electronically must be received on the day before Tiers 2 and 5 of the points-based system are introduced. If you already have a work permit you should continue to apply for leave to enter or remain under the immigration rules relating to work permits, which will remain in force after Tier 2 and Tier 5 are launched