New Visa v Iqama Transfer

Why can't you continue to work on your father's sponsorship? Ask your employer. You only need to go back to your country if they are offering you their work permit.

I do not have a definite answer to your second question. But check with your employer if they can accept you on your father's sponsorship in which case you won't need a degree or go back to your country for a new visa.

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Thanka for the reply!

I'm not sure. They told me I needed to go back home and do the process all over again. I also have to pay a £500 deposit for the medical exam and visa. They want to bring me in on a visit visa before switching it to an iqama once I get here, so it sounds like a step backwards for me?

The job is in association with edex but going through this process by paying £500 and a ticket home - I'm not sure that's wise?

I'm having trouble securing an esl job here so if anyone could suggest something else I'd really appreciate it.

Thanks.

It's just formalities, I had to go through the medical here coughing up £500 too. Rest assured, I've spoken to previous ESL teachers and they've assured me that you get the £500 back in your first or second pay package.
As for the degree, I think you'll have to get some kind of confirmation from your tutor with his signature and the university stamp (predicted grade or something just to show you're legit).