Intra Company Transfer Visas
US workers who need to work at their employer’s UK branch need to apply for a UK Tier 2 ICT Visa for American citizens.
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If you are the American employee of a multinational company who is transferring to a UK branch, you will need to apply for a Tier 2 Intra-company Transfer Visa.
An Intra-company Transfer Visa is part of the Tier 2 Visa route and is therefore subject to the points-based system (PBS). Being transferred to a UK branch of your company will require you to score the relevant 60 points. This visa can be used for long-term or frequent short visits. The lawyers at IAS have experience in completing applications for the Tier 2 Intra-company Transfer Visa.
How can IAS help?
Your assigned lawyer will assess your eligibility and make sure your company can sponsor your application. You will receive advice on the necessary documents and organize them for your application. Your lawyer will complete all forms and produce a Letter of Representation. This letter includes details of your case as well as relevant UK immigration law in support of your application. Contact us now on +1844 290 6312 to get advice from an expert immigration consultant on your eligibility for a Tier 2 Visa. Or, use our online contact form to make an inquiry.
ICT Visa UK requirements for US citizens
This visa route is available to you if you are:
- A graduate trainee under a structured training program that is only available in the UK for any kind of managerial or specialist role;
- Under a skills transfer which allows the transfer of new employees to learn the skills required for the role overseas; or
- Being employed to enter the UK to train others using your specialist knowledge to UK workers.
If your employer is a grade A sponsor, you could include a letter stating that you are eligible to work for them in a specified role for a specified time. This can be submitted alongside your application.
Applying for an Intra Company Transfer Visa extension
You can apply for an Intra Company Transfer Visa extension you are under the ‘Long-Term Staff’ or ‘Graduate Trainee’ category.
You must also meet the following eligibility requirements:
- You have the same/a similar job to the one you got your current ICT visa for
- Still, work for the same employer
- Still, earn an ‘appropriate salary’
- Be in the UK
Tier 2 ICT Visa application fees for US citizens
The following are the charges you will face when applying for a UK Tier 2 ICT Visa:
- Application fee: from £610 to £1,048, depending on your circfumtances and if you are applying from outsire or within the UK
- Healthcare surcharge: £624 per year
- At least £1,210 of available funds to demonstrate that you can support yourself when you arrive in the UK
Travelling from the US to the UK with your family
Your partner and children can apply to join you in the UJK as your dependants if they fall within one of the following categories:
- Spouse, civil partner or unmarried partner
- Children under the age of 18
- Children over 18 who are currently living in the UK as your dependants
- Children over 16 who live with you, are not married and are financially supported by you
Both your partner and your children must have a certain amount of money available to sustain themselves while they are in the UK.
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Frequently Asked Questions
You can also apply for a Tier 2 Visa as a skilled worker providing you are eligible to meet the other criteria. This includes entering the country for a role which cannot be filled by the resident UK workforce.
To meet the UK Tier 2 ICT visa financial requirements you must have at least £1,270 available in your bank account. This is essential to demonstrate that you can support yourself, and eventually your family, once you arrive in the UK.
The money must be available for at least 28 consecutive days before the date of your application.
You may be exempt from this requirement if you either:
- Have been in the UK on any other valid visa for at least 12 months
- Have an employer who can cover your costs during your first month in the UK.
Our lawyers are highly qualified in applying for a visa in the Tier 2 category. If you would like advice or assistance with your application, we can help.
Our services include:
- Liaising with you in person, over the phone or via Skype at a suitable time;
- Ensuring you are eligible for this type of visa;
- Confirming you have the correct documents and organizing your evidence portfolio;
- Confirming that your employer is eligible to hire foreign workers and sponsor your application;
- Working with your UK sponsor to ensure you receive a Certificate of Sponsorship;
- Producing a Letter of Representation to be submitted with your application;
- Maintaining communication with the Home Office during the process;
- Completing all application forms to the highest standard.
With IAS, your application process will be conducted in a smooth and professional manner, meaning you will have nothing to worry about. Get in touch today on +1844 290 6312 to find out more about your Tier 2 Intra-Company Transfer Visa application.