1. Working in the UK Working in the UK on Tier 4 visa Sarah Batchelor
International Student Adviser, Cornwall

2. What is this session about?
Your responsibilities as a student with a Tier 4 visa
Our responsibility as your Tier 4 ‘sponsor’
How to make sure you stay ‘compliant’
EU/EEA students can work freely without further permission.
Short Term Study visa holders CANNOT work
The University strongly advises you do not work more than 15 hours per week, as this may adversely affect your studies.

3. How the University can help you
Dedicated International Student Adviser on campus in Cornwall
Part of the International Student Support Office
Qualified immigration advisers
Immigration Compliance Office
We can help you, but you must ask before it is too late!

4. Who makes the rules
The Tier 4 visa rules are set by the Home Office (UKVI) – not by the University
You and the University are legally requires to follow them
They are non-negotiable – we can’t argue you out of them!
If you seriously break the rules it is unlikely that we will be able to fix things

5. Understanding your visa
Visa number
Name & PPT
Name

6. Understanding your visa
BRP number
Name

7. Working on a Tier 4 visa
There are very strict rules about the amount of work you can do:
You cannot be self-employed
You cannot fill a full-time permanent vacancy
You cannot be an entertainer or professional sports person (including coach)
You can only work certain hours, depending on your level of study

8. Working on a Tier 4 visa
UG students – you may work up to 20 hours per week during University term dates. You may work full-time during vacation periods.
PGT/PGR students - you may work up to 20 hours per week during University term dates, and whilst you are writing your dissertation over the summer. Full time work is allowed from when you submit your dissertation/thesis.
See more on our website.

9. What do I need to do? In order to comply with your visa, you must:
Show your original qualifications, passport and visa
Keep your contact details up to date on iExeter
Bring in your new passport or visa, if replaced
Attend your Programme:
Contact your college if you cannot attend your Programme for whatever reason
We are required to report you if you do not attend

10. Questions and getting help
If you have any questions, you can contact Sarah, your International Student Adviser.
Drop by the PIP desk in the Peter Lanyon Building between 9am and 5pm, or to book an appointment.