How much savings are required for the UK Youth Mobility Scheme visa in 2025/2026?

You must hold at least £2,530 in cash savings continuously in your bank account for at least 28 consecutive days prior to submitting your application.

What is the age limit for the UK Youth Mobility Scheme visa?

The standard age limit is 18 to 30 years old. However, for citizens of Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and South Korea, the age limit is extended to 18 to 35 years old.

How much savings are required for the UK Youth Mobility Scheme visa in 2025/2026?

You must hold at least £2,530 in cash savings continuously in your bank account for at least 28 consecutive days prior to submitting your application.

What is the age limit for the UK Youth Mobility Scheme visa?

The standard age limit is 18 to 30 years old. However, for citizens of Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and South Korea, the age limit is extended to 18 to 35 years old.

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Home Office Youth Mobility & YPS Rules 2025/2026

UK Youth Mobility Scheme (YMS) Calculator

Evaluate age limits, £2,530 cash maintenance funds, 28-day bank rules, and upfront government fees.

⚡ Statutory Youth Mobility Rules (2025/2026):

• Cash Maintenance Funds: Must hold £2,530 continuously in bank for 28+ consecutive days.
• Age Limits: 18 to 30 (Standard) or 18 to 35 (Australia, Canada, New Zealand, South Korea).
• Government Fees: Visa Fee £298 + NHS IHS Surcharge £776 / year (£1,552 for 2 yrs / £2,328 for 3 yrs).
• Ballot Scheme: India (Young Professionals Scheme), Hong Kong, and Taiwan require ballot selection before applying.

YMS Visa Eligibility Evaluator

GOV.UK VerifiedOfficial UK Government References & Legal Sources

• GOV.UK Youth Mobility Scheme Overview: gov.uk/youth-mobility
• GOV.UK India Young Professionals Scheme Ballot: gov.uk/india-young-professionals-scheme

YMS Thresholds

Savings Required£2,530

Visa Application Fee£298

NHS IHS Rate£776 / yr