What is the duration of the post-study work visa in the UK for a PhD?
17 Jun 2026 · Answered by Sumit Singh Chauhan · 1 min read
The UK Graduate Visa (Post-Study Work Visa) lets international students stay after completing an eligible course.
- Master’s or Bachelor’s degree: Apply on or before 31 Dec 2026 for 2 years; apply on or after 1 Jan 2027 for 18 months.
- PhD/Doctorate: 3 years, regardless of application date.
This visa is not extendable and you must apply before your Student visa expires. For your planned UK Master’s starting Sep 2026, applying before 31 Dec 2026 gives you the full 2-year post-study work period.
Visa durations are subject to change.
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