The UK Highly Skilled Migration Programme (HSMP) is designed to allow highly skilled people to migrate to the United Kingdom to look for work or self-employment opportunities. Basically, HSMP is similar in a way to the skilled migration programmes Canada and Australia offer. Applicants’ eligibility under the HSMP is based on a points system.

In general the HSMP status gives you right to get settled in the UK and normally leads to permanent residence at the end of four years. HSMP is different from the work permit option as it does not require an employer to obtain a permit for the applicant. It is also different from the other existing business categories as it does not demand a detailed business plan or investment in the UK.

No immigration advice or services are being offered at our London branch. Please complete an assessment form or email our team and they will send you all necessary forms. These may be dropped in to our office in London however our call centre will contact you with feedback on your application.

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How to Apply for the HSMP Visa

Click here to complete the points test and registration form and we will send you necessary application forms.
You may apply from either within the UK (unless you are in the UK as tourist or visitor) or from your country of origin/official residency.

You must be eligible:
- Proficiency in English;
- Proof of your will to continue working in the chosen field;
- Proof that you can support yourself without using UK public funds;
- Proof of your intention to make UK your main home;
- Evidence you have either never been made bankrupt or are considered to be a discharged bankrupt;

You must pass the points test
On 7 November 2006 the HSMP was revised and the overall points score required for approval was increased to 75 points.

Once you have been approved for your HSMP visa you should apply for one of the following:
- an entry clearance to come to the UK (if you are out of the UK) or
- a leave to remain (if you are in the UK).