Question 1

Which Newcastle universities produce the most international students needing immigration advice?

Accepted Answer

Newcastle University and Northumbria University are the main sponsors of international students in the Newcastle area, with combined international student populations of many thousands. Both institutions provide some immigration advice to their own students through international student offices, but complex cases — including those involving visa refusals, overstays, or progression from student to graduate or skilled worker status — benefit from independent regulated advice. Northern Star Immigration provides this support for Newcastle's international student community.

Question 2

How does the Graduate Visa work for Newcastle university graduates?

Accepted Answer

The Graduate Visa (Graduate Route) allows international students who have completed a qualifying degree at a licensed UK university sponsor (such as Newcastle University or Northumbria University) to remain in the UK for 2 years (3 years for PhD graduates) with unrestricted work rights. You must apply before your student visa expires. The visa cannot be extended — after it expires, you must either leave the UK or switch to another immigration category (such as Skilled Worker). Northern Star Immigration advises on timing the Graduate Visa application and planning the transition to long-term leave.

Question 3

Is there a significant demand for immigration services in the North East of England?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Newcastle and the wider North East have a growing international population including international students, NHS health workers, tech sector professionals, and families from diverse backgrounds. The NHS in the North East region has significant reliance on internationally recruited nurses and doctors, making health worker Skilled Worker visas a substantial segment of regional immigration demand. Northern Star Immigration serves this full range of North East immigration needs from its Newcastle base.

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