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Working in the UK during your studies
Many students work on a part-time basis during their studies. It is a great way of developing new skills and experience which can be essential to help your future employment prospects. However, as an international student, you should not rely on earnings from employment to support yourself financially. |
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I am a student from outside the European Economic Area. Can I work in the UK?
Students from outside the EEA are normally allowed to work but restrictions apply. However, there are exceptions, for example, students who are in the UK as a Student Visitor will be prohibited from working. Check your passport to see if you are prohibited from working in the UK. If your visa stamp states 'no work', 'no work or engaging in business' or 'no work or recourse to public funds', you cannot work in the UK. If you think you should not have recieved a prohibition on working in the UK, speak to a Student Advisor.
If you are unsure whether you have permission to work in the UK, always check with a Student Advisor before taking any employment. There are serious consequences for students who breach a prohibition on work or takes employment that is not covered by the consent. Students who work without permission or breach are committing a criminal offence which can be penalised on conviction.
If you are from outside the EEA, check your visa to see if you are allowed to work. If you are permitted to work (with restrictions), your visa stamp will state 'work (and any changes) must be authorised', 'able to work as authorised' or 'able to work as authorised by the Secretary of State'. This means that you have been given permission to work in the UK with restrictions. You may not:
- work for more than 20 hours per week during term-time, except in the case of an agreed work placement or internship.
- engage in business, self-employment or provide services as a professional sportsperson or entertainer.
- pursue a career by filling a permanent full-time vacancy.
Can my husband or wife work in the UK?
Your husband or wife should be given a visa or passport stamp that allows them to work but only if you were given permission to stay in the UK for 12 months or more.
If you were given permission to stay in the UK for less than 12 months, your husband or wife will not be given permission work work in the UK at all. |
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I am a student from a European Economic Area (EEA) country. Can I work in the UK?
As a student from a EEA country, you do not need permission to work in the UK and you are able to take employment without any restrictions.
The eighteen EEA countries are Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden and the UK. From 1 May 2002, students from Switzerland also do not need permission to work in the UK. |
Where can I look for work?
As a full-time student, your main priority should be to focus on study. The University strongly advises all student to work no more than a maximum of 15 hours per week, especially during term-time.
If you are looking for job vacancies, the following are usually good places to start:
How to do I apply for a National Insurance number?
EEA/International Students can apply for an NI number if they are actively looking for a job. You will need to provide at least 2 pieces of evidence from an employer, such as an acknowledgement letter, rejection letter or job offer letter. You can also ask an Employment Agency to confirm in writing giving details of the jobs you have applied for. Job advertisements or email responses are not acceptable.
Once you have at least 2 pieces of evidence or once you have started work, telephone 0845 600 0643 to arrange an interview for an NI number.
At the interview, you should ask for a letter confirming that you have applied for a NI number. You should be sent a permanent NI number in 4-8 weeks. You do not need to wait for the NI number to arrive before you start work but you may need proof to show your employer that you have applied for your NI number.
Downloads......
Students and National Insurance
Students and Income Tax
Top Tax and NI Tips
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