Overseas Players

Overseas Players

We have a number of overseas players, playing for us. If you are thinking about playing in England, do please get in touch with our Chairman.

The following links and information give more details on arranging your visit.

Getting Work

For employment opportunities in the area please contact us with your CV and the type of work you are looking for.

There's a lot of work available in south east England and we can help - especially if you are residentially qualified and are a likely 1st XV prospect. If you are intending to work casually the main source of employment for Aussies & Kiwis are a couple of weekly papers called Southern Cross & TNT. Otherwise there are numerous agencies but you may need a work permit to work officially. It all depends how long you intend to stay for & what line of work you are in.

For agencies, try the following on-line links:

Entry Clearance/Visas/Work Permits

Citizens of Commonwealth countries (inc. Australia & New Zealand) between the ages of 17 - 27 are permitted to visit the UK as a 'Working Holiday Maker' which allows them to take up casual employment incidental to their holiday, but not to engage in a business or pursue a career. The total period that may be spent in the UK is 2 years. Prior entry clearance is mandatory & must be obtained from the British High Commission in your home country.

If you have at least one British-born grandparent you can apply for 'UK ancestry employment entry clearance' from the British High Commission; which eliminates the need for a work permit. Married couples must apply for separate entry clearance before travelling.

You do not need a UK visa for a visit or to study but you must obtain an entry clearance if you wish to:

  • Settle in the UK
  • Work in the UK (unless you hold a work permit for this)
  • Set up business in the UK
  • Go to live in the UK as a person of independent means; or
  • Accompany or join someone going to the UK for any of the above purposes.

Full details, including forms, advice & information are available from the visa section of the Foreign & Commonwealth Office. Also have a look at the introduction to UK Immigration.