Visa Officer-UK

aecc india; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

AECC India is seeking an experienced Visa Officer – UK & Ireland to manage and support student visa applications from initial documentation through final submission. The role requires expert knowledge of UK and Ireland visa processes, meticulous document checks, and guidance to students throughout the process.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Counselling Team and other internal departments, ensuring timely submissions and compliance with evolving immigration rules.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of relevant experience handling UK and Ireland student visa applications.
• Comprehensive knowledge of UK and Ireland visa processes, requirements, and documentation.
• Strong understanding of financial requirements and ability to assess funds.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail to identify errors, inconsistencies, and visa risks.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and meet deadlines.
• Collaborate with counsellors and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage and process UK and Ireland student visa applications, ensuring compliance with the latest immigration rules and visa requirements.
• Provide accurate guidance to students regarding visa procedures, eligibility criteria, documentation, timelines, and application requirements.
• Verify students’ financial documents and visa funds to ensure they meet the applicable UK and Ireland visa requirements.
• Assist students in completing UK and Ireland visa application forms accurately and ensure all information is consistent with supporting documentation.
• Guide students on the documents required for their visa applications and conduct thorough document checks before submission.
• Work closely with the Counselling Team to support students throughout the visa filing process and ensure a smooth transition from counselling to visa processing.
• Review student profiles and documentation to identify potential visa risks, inconsistencies, or documentation gaps and recommend appropriate corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate records of student applications, documentation, submissions, and visa outcomes.
• Handle multiple student cases simultaneously while ensuring each application is completed accurately and submitted within the required timelines.
• Keep up to date with changes in UK and Ireland immigration policies, visa regulations, financial requirements, and application procedures.
• Provide timely updates and guidance to students throughout the visa process and address their queries professionally.
• Coordinate with relevant internal teams to ensure all visa-related requirements are completed efficiently.

Skills

UK & Ireland visa knowledge

Documentation management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Deadline-driven

Job description

Job Overview

We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Visa Officer – UK & Ireland to manage and support student visa applications from initial documentation through final submission. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of UK and Ireland student visa processes, excellent communication skills, and a proven track record of handling student visa applications accurately and within deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage and process UK and Ireland student visa applications, ensuring compliance with the latest immigration rules and visa requirements.
• Provide accurate guidance to students regarding visa procedures, eligibility criteria, documentation, timelines, and application requirements.
• Verify students’ financial documents and visa funds to ensure they meet the applicable UK and Ireland visa requirements.
• Assist students in completing UK and Ireland visa application forms accurately and ensure all information is consistent with supporting documentation.
• Guide students on the documents required for their visa applications and conduct thorough document checks before submission.
• Work closely with the Counselling Team to support students throughout the visa filing process and ensure a smooth transition from counselling to visa processing.
• Review student profiles and documentation to identify potential visa risks, inconsistencies, or documentation gaps and recommend appropriate corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate records of student applications, documentation, submissions, and visa outcomes.
• Handle multiple student cases simultaneously while ensuring each application is completed accurately and submitted within the required timelines.
• Keep up to date with changes in UK and Ireland immigration policies, visa regulations, financial requirements, and application procedures.
• Provide timely updates and guidance to students throughout the visa process and address their queries professionally.
• Coordinate with relevant internal teams to ensure all visa-related requirements are completed efficiently.

Requirements & Skills

• Minimum 4 years of relevant experience in handling UK and Ireland student visa applications.
• Comprehensive knowledge of UK and Ireland student visa processes, requirements, and documentation.
• Strong understanding of financial requirements and the ability to assess students’ financial documents and visa funds.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify errors, inconsistencies, and potential visa risks.
• Ability to manage multiple student cases and work effectively under deadlines.
• Strong organizational and documentation management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with counsellors and other internal teams.
• A student-focused approach with the ability to provide clear, professional, and timely guidance throughout the visa process.