The UK has a Youth Mobility visa scheme in place with 12 non-EU countries.
The scheme enables qualifying applicants to work in the UK for 2 years in most occupations.
Details of the current scheme here:
The UK and the EU are now in negotiations on how to expand this scheme. Details are unclear at the moment due to Brexit based sensitivities and the government’s previous position.
In summary, the proposed UK-EU Youth Mobility Scheme has moved from rejection to an agreement in principle as of May 2025, with ongoing negotiations to finalize terms. The scheme aims to restore limited cross-border opportunities for young people, but political concerns about migration and Brexit sensitivities continue to shape discussions.
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