If you are planning to move to the UK, you may have to apply for a visa.
Staff
The University of Oxford sponsors more visas for international staff than any other UK University. It has a dedicated Staff Immigration Team who offer guidance and assistance with visa applications for those employed by and visiting the University.
Your employing department/college, with assistance from the Staff Immigration Team, will advise which visa route is appropriate and the Staff Immigration Team will assist you as much as possible with your application, and advise on what records you and your employer will need to keep while you are here.
Students
The Student Immigration Team and college administrators will provide guidance on obtaining the appropriate student visa, depending on the type and duration of your course. They can also assist with visa renewals and applications for dependants, and advise on eligibility for other types of visa if you plan to work in the UK after completing your course.
Visas and compliance
UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) are replacing physical visas with an online, digital record of your immigration status called an eVisa. A UKVI account must be created and the eVisa linked, this then allows you to view and prove your rights in the UK, update your personal details and link your travel document(s) for return travel to the UK. Further details on accessing your eVisa can be found on the Staff Immigration Team's Frequently Asked Questions page.
It is important that visa holders are aware of and comply with the conditions of their visa (e.g. travel restrictions, right to work, and recourse to public funds). The University's immigration teams hold regular briefings to keep you up to date with any changes in visa regulations and reporting requirements.
Right to work checks
As part of normal pre-employment screening, you will be asked to present original documents [please note that copies cannot be accepted], or a sharecode to show your visa details, to establish your right to work in the UK before any work commences . This check applies to anyone starting new employment in the UK, whether or not they require a visa, and includes any part-time employment for students. The checks must be carried out by your new employer on or before your first working day.
