Work / Immigration visa · Cook Islands to United Kingdom

International Agreement Visa (Temporary Work)

Embassy required

Maximum stay
730 days
Processing time
3 weeks (outside UK), 8 weeks (inside UK)
Fee
£319
Validity
Up to 2 years (or up to 5 years for private servants in diplomatic households)
Entry
Multiple entry

For workers contracted under international law or treaty, employees of overseas governments or recognised international organisations, and private servants in diplomatic households. Duration depends on type of work. Private servants must prove English language ability. Healthcare surcharge: £1,035 per year.

Eligibility

  • Age

    Must be at least 18 years old

    Min age: 18

  • Purpose of visit

    Must be working under international law or treaty, for an overseas government or international organisation, or as a private servant in a diplomatic household

    Includes
    • International agreement work
    • diplomatic household service
  • Financial

    Must have at least £1,270 available for 28 consecutive days

    Minimum funds: £1,270

Documents you need

  • Passport

    Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6

  • Proof of funds

    Accepted forms: Bank statements showing funds held for 28 consecutive days; Minimum amount: £1,270

  • Biometrics appointment

    Booking url: https://www.gov.uk/international-agreement-worker-visa; Location: Visa application centre or UK Immigration: ID Check app

  • Visa fee payment

    Accepted methods: Online payment; Amount: £319

  • Sponsorship certificate

    Certificate name: Certificate of Sponsorship; Sponsor type: Licensed employer under international agreement

  • Tuberculosis test

    Test type: Chest X-ray at approved clinic (if from designated country); Validity months: 6

  • Health surcharge

    Amount: £1,035 per year; Applicant category: Main applicant and dependants

How to apply

  1. Document gathering

    Obtain Certificate of Sponsorship from your licensed employer

  2. Online application

    Apply online up to 3 months before your start date

  3. Fee payment

    Pay the visa application fee and Immigration Health Surcharge

  4. Biometrics

    Prove your identity at a visa application centre or via the UK Immigration: ID Check app

  5. Processing wait

    Wait for a decision on your application

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This information is general guidance only and can change frequently. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before making travel plans. Contact [email protected] for help.

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