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Language / Au-pair in United Kingdom

One documented route of this kind in United Kingdom, with its conditions, documents, official government fees and process.

Youth Mobility Scheme visa

A temporary route for young people (typically 18–30/35) from participating countries to live and work in the UK for up to 2–3 years. No settlement route.

Processing time
Usually 3 weeks
Validity
24 months (Australia/Canada/New Zealand can extend by 1 year)
Language requirement
No English language requirement
Permanent residence
No settlement route
Citizenship
Not applicable; requires switching to a settlement route first

Requirements

  • Be a national/citizen of a participating country or territory and within the eligible age range
  • For ballot countries, be selected in the ballot
  • Savings of £2,530 (28-day rule)
  • Not have children living with you who are financially dependent, or be responsible for a child under 18

Required Documents

  • Valid passport or travel ID required
  • Proof of savings (£2,530) required
  • TB test certificate if from a listed country
  • Proof of ballot selection (for ballot countries)

Official fees

  • Application fee 340 GBP
  • Immigration Health Surcharge (per year, discounted) 776 GBP

Process Steps

  1. 1

    Enter ballot if required

    If from a ballot country, enter the ballot and be selected.

  2. 2

    Apply online

    Apply online within the deadline after selection, up to 6 months before travel.

  3. 3

    Pay fees

    Pay the fee and the IHS.

  4. 4

    Biometrics and documents

    Provide biometrics and documents.

  5. 5

    Decision

    Await the decision.

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