There are various types of UK visas designed for specific groups of immigrants.
For business purposes, Tier 1 is a Points Based Service (PBS) that is designed to assist the relocation of skilled migrants to the UK. Tier 2 Work Permits require visa applicants to have a confirmed employment offer with a British firm. The Entrepreneur visa permits experienced businessmen to live in the UK and start a business within the country. Finally, visa applicants who are simply intending to invest in the British economy can come to the country by obtaining a Tier 1 Investor visa.
Anyone who has been successful in applying for a UK visa in a category leading to settlement can also make an application for permanent residency or Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) in the UK.
Study visas, Post Study Work Programmes and Youth Mobility Schemes are among the range of visas for UK immigration that allow people to train or study in the country. The Tier 4 Student visa permits international students to study in the UK. The Post Study Work Programme and Youth Mobility, however, goes beyond the restrictions of a study visa by allowing young people and students to work in the country for a limited time.
Apart from helping skilled individuals to work and live in the UK, assistance is also provided for anyone who wants to settle in the country. Partner and relationship immigration visas, including the UK Marriage visa, UK Fiancé visa or De Facto visa, are given to people with British connections who wish to move and settle in the UK.
The UK Visit visa, commonly referred to as Travel visa or Tourist visa enables tourists and visitors gain temporary access to the country.