The Youth Mobility Scheme provides the opportunity for young individuals from eligible nations or regions to immerse themselves in life in the UK for a period of up to two years. Once your visa is approved, you'll have the flexibility to engage in most employment opportunities and pursue studies throughout the validity of your visa. In certain cases, you may even explore self-employment options.

You can apply for a Youth Mobility Scheme visa if you:

• want to live and work in the UK for up to 2 years.

• are aged 18 to 30 (or 18 to 35 if you’re from New Zealand).

• have £2,530 in savings.

• have certain types of British Nationality or are from certain listed countries or territories.

Once you’ve applied online, proved your identity and provided your documents, you’ll usually get a decision on your visa within 3 weeks.