Staff Visas

Temporary Worker (GAE) scheme

The Government Authorised Exchange scheme allows researchers to come to the UK on a temporary basis. This visa was previously known as ‘Tier 5’.

How to apply

The Temporary Worker Government Authorised Exchange (GAE) scheme enables researchers, scientists, research engineers or other skilled research technology specialists, to come to the UK on a temporary basis.

Bringing your family - TW GAE visa

Family members can apply to join you or to stay in the UK as your ‘dependants’.