The UK Migration Advisory Committee has recommended keeping the graduate route work visa, also known as the post-study work (PSW) visa, in its current form:

There is no evidence of widespread abuse of the UK’s graduate visa route, the government’s immigration advisers have concluded, despite repeated claims from senior Conservatives that it is being exploited to enter the jobs market.

The Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) said the graduate visa entitlement – allowing international students to work for two or three years after graduating – should remain in place. Members said the risks of abuse were relatively low and were “not undermining” the integrity and quality of the higher education system.

It means, Nepalese students planning to study in the UK this year have a reason to cheer. The Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) has recommended keeping the graduate route work visa, also known as the post-study work (PSW) visa, in its current form. The UK Graduate Route Visa is a post-study work visa introduced in July 2021. It specifically targets international students who have recently graduated from a UK university. This decision provides stability and opportunities for international students, including those from Nepal.

Let’s break this down to help you understand:
What is the Graduate Route Visa?
The graduate route visa allows international students to work in the UK for two years after graduating from a British university, including top institutions like Oxford and Cambridge, as well as others like Sussex and SOAS. This visa offers a critical pathway for students to gain work experience and potentially transition to more permanent work visas.
Benefits for Nepalese students:
Work in the UK: This visa allows Nepalese graduates to stay and work in the UK for up to two years (or three years for PhD graduates) after completing their studies. This provides valuable work experience to enhance their resumes and potentially lead to permanent residency opportunities.
No sponsorship required: Unlike some other work visas, the Graduate Route doesn’t require sponsorship from a specific employer. This gives Nepalese graduates the freedom to explore different career options and switch jobs if needed.
Work in any sector: There are no restrictions on the type of work Nepalese graduates can pursue with this visa. This allows them to find employment in a field relevant to their studies or explore other areas of interest.