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The route is unsponsored, meaning you do not need a job offer before applying.<\/p>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"wj-info-box\">\r\n      <h3>Graduate Route at a Glance<\/h3>\r\n      <div class=\"wj-info-row\"><span>Eligibility<\/span><span>UK degree holders (Student visa holders)<\/span><\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"wj-info-row\"><span>Duration<\/span><span>2 years (3 years for PhD graduates)<\/span><\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"wj-info-row\"><span>Job Offer Required<\/span><span>No<\/span><\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"wj-info-row\"><span>Minimum Salary<\/span><span>None<\/span><\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"wj-info-row\"><span>Work Type<\/span><span>Any \u2014 including self-employment<\/span><\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"wj-info-row\"><span>Extendable<\/span><span>No (switch to another route instead)<\/span><\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <h2>When Should You Apply?<\/h2>\r\n    <p>You must apply before your current Student visa expires. The most common approach is to apply shortly before or immediately after completing your final exams, ensuring continuity of lawful residence in the UK. Timing is critical \u2014 missing the window means you may need to leave the UK and re-apply from abroad.<\/p>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"wj-detail-callout\">\r\n      <p>\"The Graduate Route is one of the most accessible visa pathways in the UK system \u2014 but students must act promptly. Do not wait until the last moment to prepare your application.\"<\/p>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <h2>What Can You Do on the Graduate Route?<\/h2>\r\n    <ul>\r\n      <li>Work in any job, at any salary level<\/li>\r\n      <li>Work for multiple employers simultaneously<\/li>\r\n      <li>Be self-employed or freelance<\/li>\r\n      <li>Look for work without any specific restrictions<\/li>\r\n      <li>Switch to a Skilled Worker or other visa route if sponsored<\/li>\r\n    <\/ul>\r\n\r\n    <h2>What You Cannot Do<\/h2>\r\n    <ul>\r\n      <li>Extend this visa \u2014 it is a one-time, non-extendable route<\/li>\r\n      <li>Access public funds<\/li>\r\n      <li>Work as a professional sportsperson or coach<\/li>\r\n    <\/ul>\r\n\r\n    <h2>Planning Your Next Steps<\/h2>\r\n    <p>The Graduate Route provides a valuable window of opportunity to find sponsored employment or build a career in the UK. If you wish to remain in the UK beyond the graduate period, you will need to switch to a qualifying visa route such as the Skilled Worker visa before your Graduate visa expires.<\/p>\r\n    <p>Our immigration solicitors can advise you on which route best suits your situation and assist you in making a seamless transition. 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