The UK Highly Skilled Migrant Programme (HSMP) is an great UK immigration category for those who possess most sought-after
skills in various professions.. The UK immigration laws follow
the Point Based System. The Tier 1 category introduced on 1st
April 2008 in India replaces the Highly Skilled Migrant Program
or HSMP visa and is designed for skilled professionals,
investors and entrepreneurs. In Tier 1 visa class individuals
are assessed on the basis of educational background, experience,
English proficiency and skill sets. Tier 1 visa class,
previously known as Highly Skilled Migrant Program or HSMP
allows a skilled immigrant to stay in UK for three years to
enhance their careers and further giving them a chance to become
Permanent Residents. Tier 1 visa is the best legal and
beneficial route to gain Permanent Residency in UK. Tier 1 is
the legal work permit that gives you a chance to live and work
in UK for any employer or be elf-employed. Tier 1 is a three
year work permit, which can be extended again as a two year work
permit. Following are the criteria for eligibility to immigrate
to UK through HSMP Programme:
-Age Factor:
For a person who wishes to migrate to UK, the Policies and
Procedures differ in case the Person is more than 28 years of
Age, or less than 28 years of Age.
-Level of Work Experience: The more the work experience, the more
the HSMP Points you earn for yourself!
-Past Income:
The higher the salary of your in last 12 months before
immigration is applied for, the more HSMP Points you earn ! The
Higher Salary term means a Higher Salary Package relative to
other people of the same country.
-Past Achievements in Profession: If you possess any special achievement in your professional
field, the more benefit you will get in terms of HSMP Points.
-Immigration of Spouse or Partner with High Skills:
If you bring along your highly skilled spouse or partner to UK,
then more HSMP Points you will earn.
