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UK Extends Graduate Visa to 2 Years for High-Compliance University Graduates
✍️ NDTV
🗓 03 Nov 2026, 04:49 PM
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The UK government will now allow graduates from high‑compliance universities to stay for two years on a Graduate visa, a move that could benefit Indian students seeking post‑study work opportunities.
The UK government announced in the 2024 budget that the Graduate visa duration will be extended from one to two years for graduates of high‑compliance universities.
The change applies to institutions that meet strict compliance standards and demonstrate strong employment outcomes for their graduates. The policy aims to attract skilled talent and support the UK labour market.
For Indian students, the extension means an extra year to seek work, gain experience, and potentially apply for permanent residency. Many Indian graduates already use the one‑year visa to secure employment in tech, finance, and research sectors.
The new two‑year period will take effect from the start of the academic year 2025‑26, giving universities and students time to adjust application processes and plan career pathways.
The change applies to institutions that meet strict compliance standards and demonstrate strong employment outcomes for their graduates. The policy aims to attract skilled talent and support the UK labour market.
For Indian students, the extension means an extra year to seek work, gain experience, and potentially apply for permanent residency. Many Indian graduates already use the one‑year visa to secure employment in tech, finance, and research sectors.
The new two‑year period will take effect from the start of the academic year 2025‑26, giving universities and students time to adjust application processes and plan career pathways.