- No employment allowed unless stated
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This visa reference guide is for employers. It identifies different types of visas or status and any associated restrictions on working in the UK. This is only an overview guide and should not be seen as legal advice.
As an employer you’re still legally obligated to ensure that the person you wish to hire has the right to work in the UK and that their employment is not restricted by their particular visa.
This is intended as a quick guide only. Individual visa holders will always need to comply with the specific terms of their visa and the immigration rules.
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