MyAPA continues to expand international cooperation to support students and young professionals who are planning to study and build their careers in the United Kingdom.

Recently, the MyAPA team held a working meeting with representatives of the UK-based law firm Lace Law LLP, which specializes in immigration law. During the meeting, the parties discussed new opportunities for students and graduates from Kazakhstan and Central Asia.

The main goal of this cooperation is to develop transparent and legal pathways for international educational and professional mobility.

Key Areas of Cooperation

During the discussions, several areas were identified that may be particularly useful for students and young professionals:

• seasonal work programs in the United Kingdom under the official Sponsor Licence system

• consultation and guidance on immigration matters and employment after graduation

• support for graduates transitioning from education to employment

• expanding opportunities for gaining international professional experience at the early stages of a career

Such initiatives aim to ensure that students have access to reliable and up-to-date information about studying, working, and building a career in the United Kingdom.

The Graduate Visa in the United Kingdom

One of the key options that allows international graduates to remain in the UK after completing their studies is the UK Graduate Visa.

This visa allows graduates of UK universities to stay in the country and work without the need for employer sponsorship.

Key Features of the Graduate Visa

• graduates of bachelor’s and master’s degrees can stay in the UK for up to 2 years

• PhD graduates can stay for up to 3 years

• no minimum salary requirement

• the possibility to change employers or become self-employed

• the application is submitted within the UK after completing studies

The Graduate Visa gives graduates time to gain professional experience, explore career opportunities, and plan their next immigration steps.

The Role of Legal Partners

Immigration procedures require careful compliance with application rules and deadlines. Errors in visa applications can lead to refusals, which is why professional legal guidance can be important.

Cooperation between MyAPA and UK legal specialists helps ensure that students and graduates receive accurate and up-to-date information on current immigration regulations and opportunities.

Expanding International Opportunities

Developing partnerships like this helps broaden opportunities for students and young professionals who are interested in international education and careers.

MyAPA continues to work on building an information and consultation platform that helps prospective students and graduates better understand educational and professional opportunities in the United Kingdom.