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Who we are
The
Scottish Government Relocation Advisory Service (RAS) staff are a dedicated team of
professionals with expertise in many different areas including
immigration and business development.
What we do
RAS
provides information and advice FREE OF CHARGE. What we do is give
information that will link you to specialised organisations who can
make sure that you have all of the advice that you need to help you to
make a decision on moving to Scotland.
- RAS are not a recruitment agency.
- RAS do not process visa or work permit applications.
How we help people
RAS give information, advice and links to contacts to anyone looking to move to Scotland, including:
- > Individuals and families
- > Visas
- > Work permits
- > Study
- > Work
- > Accommodation
- > Business
- > Schools
- > Health
- > Transport
- > Education
- > Pets
What people say
- "I
contacted the RAS for information regarding UK .Visa. I didn’t think I
would hear anything back, as you never seem to from Internet Help
lines, however, within the hour I was sent a personal e-mail that
really helped me understand my options." Sally Egan, Australia
- "The
folks at RAS were really helpful in answering my questions about moving
to Scotland, providing me with simple, straightforward, useful
information." Shoshana Gross, USA
- "I was totally amazed
at the speed and much more importantly the quantity and quality of
information that I received from RAS. I received information and useful
links on relocating to Scotland (everything from nursery costs to lists
of Estate Agents.) I changed from feeling like a lost stranger, to a
welcomed friend. I have recommended the RAS to many colleagues who
wanted to find out more about moving to Scotland." Adrian Vaz, UK
citizen working in India
Read other People case studies
How we help businesses
RAS give information, advice and links to contacts for employers, including:
- Visas
- Work permits
- Setting up in business
- Business support
- Recruitment
- The Scottish Government Business Development Team has created the Employers Toolkit to guide
employers through the various stages of recruiting staff from overseas. See below for details.
What businesses say
- "The
information and support from RAS has made it much easier for us to
recruit from abroad .Undoubtedly this has contributed to the growth of
our business." Colin MacDonald, Real Time Worlds
- "RAS
gave our business support on immigration issues, general advice as well
as for individual cases. RAS also helped by supplying our new employees
with welcome packs in English and polish – giving practical advice on
living and working in Scotland." Christina Ruz, Babcock
- "If
you are looking to start up a business in Scotland, it's a good idea to
take advice from RAS.They will give you contact details of many
organisations who can help." Liliana Dabic, Designer and dressmaker
Read more Business Case Studies
Events
The
Scottish Executive RAS team are often 'on the road', attending events and giving
presentations to Employers. Just contact the team if you would like us
to attend and event or lead a presentation. Contact details below.
How to contact RAS
Write to us
Scottish Government
Relocation Advisory Service
3rd Floor
Meridian Court
5 Cadogan Street
Glasgow
G2 6AT
Scotland
Call us
Tel: 0845 602 0297 (from UK); + 44 (0) 141 248 2808 (from overseas);
Fax: + 44 (0)141 242 5854
Email us your enquiry
The information you
provide will be held solely by the Relocation Advisory Service and will
not be disclosed to any other organisation. Please email your completed form to:
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Come in and see us
This
service is by appointment only. To arrange an appointment, please call
0845 602 0297 (from the UK) or +44 (0)141 248 2808 (from overseas).
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