The Skilled Worker visa is the main route for MBA graduates from Pakistan to immigrate to the UK. To be eligible for this visa, you must:
Have a job offer from a UK-based employer that meets the minimum salary requirement. The minimum salary for MBA graduates is currently £25,600 per year.
Have a valid Certificate of Sponsorship from your UK employer.
Meet the English language requirement. The English language requirement for the Skilled Worker visa is IELTS 6.5 overall, with no less than 6.0 in any individual component.
Student visa
You may also be able to immigrate to the UK to study for an MBA. To be eligible for a student visa, you must:
Have an offer of a place on an MBA course at a UK university.
Meet the English language requirement. The English language requirement for student visas varies depending on the university, but it is typically IELTS 6.0 overall, with no less than 5.5 in any individual component.
Have enough money to support yourself during your studies in the UK. The amount of money you need will vary depending on where you study and your lifestyle, but it is typically around £1,023 per month.
Other routes
There are a few other routes that MBA graduates from Pakistan may be eligible for to immigrate to the UK, including:
The Global Talent visa
The Innovator visa
The Start-up visa
The Investor visa
The Family visa
The Humanitarian Protection visa
The Asylum visa
It is important to note that the eligibility criteria for these visas vary considerably. You should therefore carefully research the requirements of each visa before applying.
