Expand Your Career with an Intra-Company Transfer

The Tier 2 Intra-Company Transfer (ICT) Visa is designed for employees of multinational companies who need to be transferred to a UK branch of their organization. Whether you’re being relocated for a long-term assignment or a short-term project, this visa allows you to work and gain international experience while contributing to your company’s growth in the UK.

Who Can Apply for a Tier 2 ICT Visa?

This visa is ideal for:
✅ Employees transferring to a UK-based branch of their MNC.
✅ Professionals with specialist skills or managerial roles.
✅ Those working on strategic business assignments in the UK.

Types of Intra-Company Transfer Visas

1️⃣ Long-Term Staff:
For employees who have been working with the company for at least 12 months and are transferring to a UK branch for a long-term position.

2️⃣ Graduate Trainee:
For new recruits on a structured graduate trainee program, requiring a UK placement for career progression.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for a Tier 2 ICT Visa, you must:
🔹 Be an existing employee of a multinational company.
🔹 Have a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) from your employer.
🔹 Meet the minimum salary threshold (varies based on visa type).
🔹 Have at least £1,270 in savings to support yourself in the UK.

Visa Duration & Extension

🕒 Long-Term Staff: Up to 5 years (or 9 years for high earners).
🔄 Graduate Trainee: Up to 12 months, non-extendable.

Application Process

1️⃣ Obtain Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS)
– Your employer must issue a CoS.

2️⃣ Submit Your Visa Application
– Provide required documents and fees.

3️⃣ Attend Biometric Appointment
– Fingerprints and digital photo submission.

4️⃣ Receive Visa Decision & Travel to the UK
– Start your employment.