Immigration pathways in London
Visa routes often used for London
Global Talent visa
A prestigious, unsponsored route for leaders or potential leaders in academia, research, arts, culture, or digital technology. It allows you to live and work in the UK with significant flexibility and provides a clear path to settlement.
Skilled Worker visa
The Skilled Worker visa is the primary route for international professionals to work in the UK for an approved employer. It requires a confirmed job offer from a licensed sponsor and meets specific skill and salary thresholds.
Why students choose London
- World-class universities
- Unmatched professional networking
- Global cultural diversity
Living in London
Typical city living cost: GBP 1,200 - 1,800 / month. Work during studies typically limited to 20 hrs / week during term time.
High cost of living; many immigrants reside in outer zones (3-6) for better affordability while maintaining excellent Tube access.
Universities in London
Royal College of Art
London, England
Imperial College London
London, England
London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)
London, England
University College London (UCL)
London, England
Birkbeck, University of London
London, England
King's College London
London, England
Queen Mary University of London
London, England
University of the Arts London
London, England
Middlesex University
London, England
University of Greenwich
London, England
Brunel University London
London, England
SOAS University of London
London, England
University of Westminster
London, England
Kingston University
London, England
Goldsmiths, University of London
London, England
City, University of London
London, England
University of East London
London, England
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