ARE THERE ANY SPECIAL MIGRANT WORKER SCHEMES THAT OPERATE IN SCOTLAND?
Scotland is covered by the Immigration Rules set by the UK Government. There are a number of schemes for workers. Details can be found on the Home Office website at: www.workingintheuk.gov.uk WHAT IS A WORK PERMIT? Work permits are a part of the UK’s immigration policy. Nationals from some nations require a work permit before they can work in the UK. There are six separate sets of work permit arrangements. More details can be found on the Home Office website at: www.workingintheuk.gov.uk DO I NEED A WORK PERMIT? EEA Nationals: EEA Nationals have the right to travel for the purpose of work between all member countries. You do not require a work permit of any kind. However, once here you may wish to obtain a residence permit from the Home Office. This provides official confirmation of your right of residence in the UK and can be used later if seeking settlement status. Non-EEA Nationals: If you are an non EEA national, you will need to meet one of the work permit arrangements if you want