Even though Great Britain is not a member of the European Union, it still plays an important role in global politics and economy. Hence, it is an inviting place chiefly for students and workers who think about getting higher salaries or better education. However, they have to get several documents before entering and staying in the UK for more than 6 months. So, how to obtain a work residence permit in the UK? If you find this topic interesting, we advise you to read this article.
What is a work residence permit?
A Biometric Residence Permit (BRP) is a document that allows you to stay in the United Kingdom for more than 6 months. You can find on it such data as:
- your name and surname, place of birth
- nationality, gender
- biometric infrormation (fingerprints and your photo)
- expiry date,
and more. A detailed list of the information you will find here.
A Biometric Residence Permit can also be used to confirm your identity and check if you are allowed to benefit from public services.
How to obtain a work residence permit in the UK?
A residence permit is a document that is attached to another document, such as a visa. You do not have to apply for it separately.
If you want to apply for a work residence permit, you will find on it:
- the expiry date
- reason for your stay (for example, work).
Therefore, you can make sure you are allowed to work in the United Kingdom.
How to provide a photo for a work residence permit?
To complete your application, you have to:
- give your fingerprints
- take one digital face photo.
They will be uploaded to the system and will be added to your residence permit in a microchip.
Learn more:
- Everything you need to know about a residence permit
- What to do if your UK residence permit is lost/stolen?
- How to replace a UK residence permit that has expired?
- How to replace your visa with a UK Biometric Residence Permit?
- When apply for a BRP?
- Changing information of your BRP
- How to apply for a residence permit?
- How many photos do you need for a BRP?
- Family residence permit
- Student residence permit
- UK residence card
