Skilled Worker visa

The Skilled Worker visa lets you come to the UK to do an eligible job with an approved employer. It replaced the Tier 2 (General) work visa and can lead to settlement after five years.

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Who this visa is for

You have a confirmed job offer from a UK employer licensed by the Home Office to sponsor workers.
The job is on the list of eligible occupations and meets the required skill level.
Your employer has given you a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) reference number.

Key requirements

A salary of at least £41,700 a year or the going rate for your job, whichever is higher (lower rates apply in some cases, such as health and care roles or new entrants).
Proof that you can speak, read, write and understand English.
Enough money to support yourself when you arrive, unless your sponsor certifies maintenance.
Your partner and children can apply to join you as your dependants.

Documents usually needed

Passport, Certificate of Sponsorship, proof of English, salary evidence.

How we help

Check your job offer, salary and occupation code against the current rules before you apply.
Prepare and review your application and supporting documents.
Advise your employer on their sponsor duties where needed.
Plan your route to settlement from day one.

Read the official guidance on GOV.UK.

Legal fees

Skilled worker visas (Outside the UK): £800.00
Skilled worker visas (Inside the UK): £800.00

VAT is shown where specified. Please confirm VAT, Home Office charges and any additional costs in your full quote.

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