What is the minimum wage in the UK and how many hours per week can I work?
In the UK the minimum wage varies according to age. These are the current rates: 5.80 – more than 22 years old 4.83 – 18 to 21 years old 3.57 – between 16 and 17 years old A full-time employee works 40 hours a week and at half period the employee works 20 hours a week. Some types of study visas allow students to work 20 hours per week and no more than that. Students who do not depend on visa can work full time without any problems.
