Build Your Career in the UK: Expert Skilled Worker Visa Guidance

The Skilled Worker visa is the primary route for international professionals to work in the UK with an approved employer sponsor. Our IAA-regulated immigration advisers provide comprehensive guidance through the application process, ensuring you meet all eligibility requirements including skill levels, salary thresholds, and English language standards. From job offer validation to family applications and settlement planning, we help skilled professionals establish successful careers in the UK.

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Skilled Worker Specialists

Our IAA-regulated immigration advisers specialize in work visa applications with extensive experience in Skilled Worker requirements, points-based assessments, and employer sponsorship compliance.

Complete Points Assessment

We conduct thorough eligibility assessments, calculating your points under the new system, validating job offers, and ensuring all mandatory and tradeable points requirements are met before application.

End-to-End Application Support

From Certificate of Sponsorship validation to document preparation and family member applications, we provide comprehensive Skilled Worker visa support at competitive professional rates.

Frequently Asked Questions About Skilled Worker Visas

What are the basic requirements for a Skilled Worker visa?

You need a job offer from a UK employer with a valid sponsor licence, a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS), the role must be at skill level RQF3+ (A-level equivalent), meet minimum salary thresholds, and demonstrate English language ability. You must score 70 points total under the points-based

What is the minimum salary requirement for Skilled Worker visas?

From 22 July 2025, the general minimum salary increased to £41,700 per year (up from £38,700) and £17.13 per hour, or the 'going rate' for your occupation, whichever is higher. Lower thresholds apply for certain circumstances: £37,500 for non-STEM PhD holders, and £33,400 for STEM PhD holders, new entrants, or Immigration Salary List roles.

 

How does the points-based system work?

You need 70 points total: 50 mandatory points (job offer from approved sponsor, appropriate skill level, English language) plus 20 tradeable points (usually salary level). We'll assess your specific situation and calculate your points eligibility.

Can I bring my family on a Skilled Worker visa?

This depends on your occupation level and route. Workers in RQF6+ roles (graduate level) can bring spouse/partner and children under 18 as dependants with full work and study rights. However, workers in certain RQF3-5 occupations (including care workers and senior care workers) cannot bring dependants. Exceptions apply for dependent children born in the UK or where you have sole parental responsibility.

How long is a Skilled Worker visa valid for?

Skilled Worker visas are typically granted for up to 5 years, or the length of your job plus 14 days, whichever is shorter. You can extend the visa if you continue to meet requirements and can apply for ILR after 5 years of continuous residence.

What jobs are eligible for Skilled Worker visas?

From 22 July 2025, eligible occupations must be at skill level RQF6 (graduate level) or above. This removed over 100 previously eligible RQF3-5 level occupations. Some RQF3-5 roles remain available through the Immigration Salary List or Temporary Shortage List with additional requirements. We'll check current eligibility for your specific role.

Do I need to take an English language test?

You must demonstrate English speaking, listening, reading, and writing at B1 level (intermediate). This can be through an approved test, academic qualification taught in English, or being from a majority English-speaking country. We'll advise on the best option for your circumstances.

 

Can I change jobs on a Skilled Worker visa?

You can change jobs but need a new Certificate of Sponsorship from your new employer and may need to apply to update your visa. Certain job changes require full new applications. We'll guide you through job change procedures and requirements.

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