After eligible UK study
Applicants must be in the UK with Student or Tier 4 permission, have completed an eligible course and have their successful completion reported to the Home Office by their education provider.
YOUR NEXT CHAPTER
Graduate route
Explore the UK Graduate visa, university reporting, application timing, the 2027 duration change and current application and healthcare charges.
Discuss your next step
A clear place to begin.
Apply before Student permission expires
You do not have to wait for the graduation ceremony or certificate once the provider has reported completion. Confirm the report with the institution and check the official process.
Duration depends on when you apply
For non-doctoral graduates, applications made on or before 31 December 2026 receive 2 years. Applications from 1 January 2027 receive 18 months. Doctoral graduates receive 3 years.
Plan the next stage
The Graduate visa cannot be extended. It allows most work and job seeking, but does not itself lead directly to settlement. A future switch requires eligibility for the destination route.
Fees & practical costs.
Reviewed 29 September 2026 · Government charges and professional costs are separate.
| Item | Amount / basis | What to know |
|---|---|---|
| Application | £937 | Per applicant. |
| Adult IHS: 2 years | £2,070 | Illustrative charge for a 2-year grant. |
| Adult IHS: 18 months | £1,552.50 | Illustrative charge for an 18-month grant. |
| Adult IHS: 3 years | £3,105 | Illustrative charge for a doctoral grant. |
OFFICIAL GUIDANCE
Read it at the source.
Information reviewed 29 September 2026. Fees and rules can change; use the official route guidance before applying.
CONTACT THE HUB TEAM
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