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International and Support Opportunities

Find out everything you need to know about relocating internationally to join Newcastle University, as well as the support we offer.

We welcome talent from all over the world at Newcastle University – in fact, we believe that a diverse workforce is the most innovative and powerful of all. 

If you’re interested in relocating to work for Newcastle University, we have an International Colleague Welcome Pack  which includes a lot of useful information to support your relocation.  You may also need to consider visas and your immigration status, for this we will be able to help you every step of the way, and we have a dedicated support service to help you make the transition. 

We’ve covered all the essential information you need to know on this page, but for more expert guidance, please get in touch with our Immigration and Compliance Manager (PS), Samantha Bosher, on Samantha.Bosher@ncl.ac.uk. 

Visa Reimbursement and Interest Free Loan Scheme

The University is pleased to provide a visa reimbursement policy which supports new and existing colleagues with costs relating to Skilled Worker or Global Talent Visa applications. Further information on this can be found Visa Reimbursement Policy. 
 
In addition to the Visa Reimbursement Policy, we also provide an interest-free loan scheme to support all colleagues and their families with UK visa-related costs. The scheme can assist with costs such Immigration Health Surcharge or colleagues applying for Indefinite Leave to Remain. All colleagues with a regular contract of employment with the University will be eligible to make an application for this loan, which will be available from employment commencing. Further information on this scheme can be found Interest free loan scheme colleague guidance. 

Visa Sponsorship (Skilled Worker Visa)

As a Grade A Sponsor, the University can provide sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Route for roles which qualify. Further guidance on qualifying for sponsorship can be found in the following guidance (link to tradeable points guidance).  You can also review the guidance on the  English language requirement for Skilled Worker visa applications.

Global Talent Visa

The Global Talent Visa carries many benefits for colleagues, including: 

  • Greater flexibility in employment and undertaking collaborations within the UK. 
  • Fast track route to apply for indefinite leave to remain/settlement after three years for the Global Talent Visa holder.  

You can find further information and guidance on making an application under the Global Talent visa route in the Global Talent Visa Guidance document. 

Right to work

All colleagues are required to complete a right to work check before commencing employment at Newcastle University, regardless of your nationality. If you’re subject to UK immigration control, you will be required to obtain a visa to work in the UK.  

Find out more with the government’s full guidance on right to work checks.