Robert, Jennifer what planet are you on? Anyone who has EVER traveled extensively internationally will tell you they hate dealing for immigration, ours, theirs or whatever. Getting a work permit from these folks just adds a new level of frustration, IMHO. FYI, having lived and worked in UK I can tell you that it was a royal pain to get a Work Permit. As a matter of fact, I could NOT be in UK while they processed the paperwork for the work permit. So if the sponsor doesn't have the ability to get the employee a work permit then good luck with that and let us all know. Funny thing was, once I got the work permit I was told that in a matter of time I could also apply for permanent residency/citizenship .... "Tally Ho" Quite honestly, while living and working in another country sounds exciting there are always issues. I have lived in and worked in several countries in Southeast Asia and UK. At the end of the day while I enjoyed experiencing new cultures the cost of living and living standards are not always the same. Pony up 17.5% VAT Tax on everything and focus on the US/Pound exchange and she might have a change of heart. BTW: The original request asked for a RAC, so I guess if you are a RAC or RSP then yes perhaps the employer would get you a work permit ? At the end of the day ALWAYS consult the country of destination's Immigration Dept. for answers: http://www.bia.homeoffice.gov.uk/workingintheuk/ Good Luck either way. Gidd
_____ From: Action Request System discussion list(ARSList) [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Robert Molenda Sent: Wednesday, May 07, 2008 9:44 AM To: [email protected] Subject: Re: JOB UK : Senior Technical Support Technician ** I'm assuming that you have a United States Passport :) Depending upon the length of the job, you may or may-not require a VISA to work in the UK... You will definately need a Work Permit... Who ever is hiring you should arrange for the WP / Visa (if needed) - Then you must receive the WP and have your passport stamped, etc. This in itself can be a long process... I know, just got back from a UK assignment - in process of extending the WP so I can go back and continue with other development topics :) HTH On Wed, May 7, 2008 at 6:53 AM, Jennifer Meyer <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: ** Kathy, You don't need anybody's permission to work overseas. You find an employer who has an opening, buy a plane ticket and poof! you're working overseas. Your employer will get you through the visa requirements. Jennifer Meyer _____ From: Kathy Morris Sent: Tue 06-May-08 18:37 To: [email protected] Subject: Re: JOB UK : Senior Technical Support Technician Hello, I was wondering what is involved to get to work in the UK. I live in the United States however I would like to work in Europe. Who do I contact to get permission to work overseas. In a message dated 4/8/2008 7:22:30 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: ** Good Afternoon List, I hope you are all well. I currently have role for a Senior Technical Support Technician to join a team in the UK. The role would be split between home, customer site and my clients offices when required. They are looking for RAC or ATS certification with strong IT architecture skills. The role is responsible for maintaining client IT Architecture and performing level 3 support. There is a full job specification available for interested individuals and I would be happy to discuss this and the remuneration package in more detail off-list. My contact details are below, but I can be contacted directly on +44 1256 885 982 or at [EMAIL PROTECTED] (mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]) . Please feel free to submit your CV for consideration. Thank you for your time and I look forward to hearing from you. Kind regards, Rachel ____________________________________ Rachel Kerwick Account Manager Resource Management Solutions Ltd. DDI: +44 (0) 1256 885 982 Mobile: +44 (0) 7875 431 604 Tel: +44 (0) 870 803 4080 Fax: +44 (0) 870 803 4090 Email: _ __Platinum Sponsor: www.rmsportal.com <http://www.rmsportal.com/> ARSlist: "Where the Answers Are" html___ -- If it were not for the gutter, my mind would be homeless! __Platinum Sponsor: www.rmsportal.com ARSlist: "Where the Answers Are" html___ _______________________________________________________________________________ UNSUBSCRIBE or access ARSlist Archives at www.arslist.org Platinum Sponsor: www.rmsportal.com ARSlist: "Where the Answers Are"
