Which method will I use to prove my identity when I switch from the UK Graduate Route to a Skilled Worker visa?
You typically prove your identity in one of two ways, depending on your passport and country of origin. Either scan your identity documents with the UK Immigration: ID Check app or sign in to your UKVI account, or give a photo and fingerprints at a UKVCAS service point.
You typically prove your identity in one of two ways, and the route you are asked to follow depends on the passport you hold and your country of origin. The switch itself is done online from inside the UK, and you should apply before your current Graduate visa expires.
Identity Verification Methods
| Method | What it involves |
|---|---|
| Scan documents with the app | Use the UK Immigration: ID Check app, or create a sign in to your UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) account |
| Biometrics in person | Photo and fingerprints taken at a UKVCAS service point |
| Which one applies | Depends on your passport and country of origin |
What to Keep Ready for the Switch
- A valid passport and your BRP.
- The Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) reference number that your sponsoring employer gives you.
- Proof of your UK degree.
- Your application can be saved midway and finished later.
My Advice
Start the online form early and keep your passport, BRP and CoS reference together so the identity step does not slow you down. The app or biometric route is assigned to you, so follow what the application asks and check the official GOV.UK page for the latest rules.
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