Switching tier4 dependent to tier2

[elaglo]

Hi,

My name ie elglo.I am working as a full time software professional under tier4 dependent visa.Can i switch to tier 2 general visa category,if my employer sponser me.Do in need to go back to my home country inorder
to switch.Or can i apply within inside UK without any RLMT?

[CR001]

https://www.gov.uk/tier-2-general/switch-to-this-visa

[elaglo]

https://www.gov.uk/tier-2-general/switch-to-this-visa

Hi Thanks for the reply.Does "Software Quality Assurance analyst" comes under shortage occupation list.If then do i nedd RLMT?.Plesse reply

[CR001]

What would the SOC be?? There are two separate lists of SOCs and they are long lists!!!

[elaglo]

What would the SOC be?? There are two separate lists of SOCs and they are long lists!!!

2136 is SOC.But there is no job titile like "Quality Assurance analyst"

[CR001]

2136 is a common code, some jobs on the shortage list and most not on the shortage list. Based on the job title you state, it doesn't appear to be shortage occupation so yes RLMT will be required.

Appendix J - Non Shortage Occupations (click)

2136 Programmers and software development professionals Example job tasks
• examines existing software and determines requirements for new/modified systems in the light of business needs;
• undertakes feasibility study to design software solutions;
• writes and codes individual programs according to specifications;
• develops user interfaces;
• tests and corrects software programs;
• writes code for specialist programming for computer games, (for example, artificial intelligence, 3D engine development);
• implements and evaluates the software;
• plans and maintains database structures;
• writes operational documentation and provides subsequent support and training for users.

Related job titles:
• Analyst-programmer
• Database developer
• Games programmer
• Programmer • Software engineer

Salary rates:
New entrant: £24,000

[Source: Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings 2014 (no equivalent 2015 or 2016 data available)]

Experienced worker: £32,000

Appendix K - Shortage Occupations (click)

2136 Programmers and software development professionals Only the following jobs in this occupation code:

Senior developer employed by a qualifying company, where the job requires a person with a minimum of five years’ relevant experience and demonstrable experience of having led a team.

The following jobs in visual effects and 2D/3D computer animation for the film, television or video games sectors:

software developer
shader writer
games designer
The following jobs in the electronics system industry:
driver developer
embedded communications engineer

[elaglo]

2136 is a common code, some jobs on the shortage list and most not on the shortage list. Based on the job title you state, it doesn't appear to be shortage occupation so yes RLMT will be required.

Appendix J - Non Shortage Occupations (click)

2136 Programmers and software development professionals Example job tasks
• examines existing software and determines requirements for new/modified systems in the light of business needs;
• undertakes feasibility study to design software solutions;
• writes and codes individual programs according to specifications;
• develops user interfaces;
• tests and corrects software programs;
• writes code for specialist programming for computer games, (for example, artificial intelligence, 3D engine development);
• implements and evaluates the software;
• plans and maintains database structures;
• writes operational documentation and provides subsequent support and training for users.

Related job titles:
• Analyst-programmer
• Database developer
• Games programmer
• Programmer • Software engineer

Salary rates:
New entrant: £24,000

[Source: Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings 2014 (no equivalent 2015 or 2016 data available)]

Experienced worker: £32,000

Appendix K - Shortage Occupations (click)

2136 Programmers and software development professionals Only the following jobs in this occupation code:

Senior developer employed by a qualifying company, where the job requires a person with a minimum of five years’ relevant experience and demonstrable experience of having led a team.

The following jobs in visual effects and 2D/3D computer animation for the film, television or video games sectors:

software developer
shader writer
games designer
The following jobs in the electronics system industry:
driver developer
embedded communications engineer

Thank you so much.Do i need to leave uk if rlmt is required?

[CR001]

You can switch within the UK if you get an RCoS.

Switch to this visa
You can apply to change (‘switch’) from another visa to a Tier 2 (General) visa.

You should apply before your current visa expires.

Eligibility
You must already be in the UK under any of the following visas or schemes:

Tier 1 visa
Tier 2 (Sportsperson) visa
Tier 2 (Minister of religion) visa
Tier 2 (Intra company Transfer) visa under the Immigration Rules in place before 6 April 2010 and you’re applying to change sponsor
Tier 4 visa - if you have an eligible qualification or you’ve done at least 12 months of a PhD
You can also switch to a Tier 2 (General) visa if you’re:

a dependent partner of someone with a Tier 4 visa
a representative of an overseas business
You must leave the UK and make your Tier 2 (General) application from abroad if you’re not in any of these categories.

[elaglo]

You can switch within the UK if you get an RCoS.

Switch to this visa
You can apply to change (‘switch’) from another visa to a Tier 2 (General) visa.

You should apply before your current visa expires.

Eligibility
You must already be in the UK under any of the following visas or schemes:

Tier 1 visa
Tier 2 (Sportsperson) visa
Tier 2 (Minister of religion) visa
Tier 2 (Intra company Transfer) visa under the Immigration Rules in place before 6 April 2010 and you’re applying to change sponsor
Tier 4 visa - if you have an eligible qualification or you’ve done at least 12 months of a PhD
You can also switch to a Tier 2 (General) visa if you’re:

a dependent partner of someone with a Tier 4 visa
a representative of an overseas business
You must leave the UK and make your Tier 2 (General) application from abroad if you’re not in any of these categories.

Many thanks.So i can apply with in UK without leaving,if there is a successful RLMT and valid RCOS.Right?

[CR001]

That is my understanding yes.

[globitoliver]

That is my understanding yes.

Does the current situation change soon or will there be any chance to ease off tier 2 rules.What is the impact of brexit on this?
Can you please guide me?

[CR001]

Brexit effects people on the EU/EEA route and not Tier 2.

No one can predict if things will change or improve. We don't work for the Home Office.