Youth Mobility Scheme

The Youth Mobility Scheme (YMS), previously part of the UK's Tier 5 visa category, is the UK's equivalent of a Working Holiday Visa. It offers young people aged 18 to 30 from specific countries the chance to live, work, and travel across the UK for up to two years. This visa is ideal for those seeking cultural immersion and professional experience in one of the world's most dynamic and historic countries.

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The YMS is open to nationals from countries such as Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Japan, Hong Kong, South Korea, Taiwan, and a few others. Applicants must be between 18 and 30 years old at the time of application. Additionally, you must have £2,530 in savings to support yourself in the UK.
You can stay in the UK for up to two years on the YMS visa. This period starts from the date you enter the UK, and you can leave and re-enter the country multiple times within this period.
The YMS visa allows you to work in most sectors, giving you the flexibility to gain experience in various industries. However, there are some restrictions: you cannot work as a professional sportsperson, including coaching, or as a doctor or dentist in training.
Yes, you can study while in the UK on the YMS visa. However, if your course requires an Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) certificate, you must obtain this before starting your studies.
No, you can only apply for the Youth Mobility Scheme once. Once you have used the visa, you cannot reapply, even if you did not use the full two-year period.
You can apply for the YMS visa online through the UK government’s official website. The application process includes filling out a form, paying the visa fee, and providing biometric information. You will also need to prove that you have the required savings.
As long as you were 30 years old or younger when you applied for the YMS visa, you can stay for the full two years, even if you turn 31 during your stay in the UK.
The YMS visa does not allow dependents. Each person who wants to come to the UK under this scheme must apply individually and meet the eligibility criteria.

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