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Is there a cooling-off period after the visa expires?

Member 27 Jun 2024

Is there a cooling-off period after the visa expires?

Britain New Immigration Rules 27 Jun 2024

No, there is no cooling-off period for the UK’s Skilled Worker visa. Unlike the previous Tier 2 (General) visa, which required a 12-month cooling-off period before reapplying if the visa holder had left the UK, the Skilled Worker visa does not impose such a restriction. This means that applicants can reapply for a Skilled Worker visa without waiting after their previous visa expires, provided they meet the eligibility criteria.