Skilled Worker Visa

There is a wide range of jobs in the UK that are available to overseas workers from outside the European Economic Area (EEA) with a UK work visa. Some are on the Shortage Occupation List and are in high demand. Others are in other high level occupations such as engineering, teaching and IT. Similarly, some are jobs linked to overseas companies with branches in the UK.

The Skilled Worker Visa is for those who come to the UK to work in a variety of jobs. If you want to join them you will need:  

• A job offer at the right salary from an employer who has a licence to 'sponsor' workers from abroad. 
• A job which is in a category considered highly skilled
• Savings of £1270 or be financially supported initially by the employer 
• An English Language test pass at level B1 General Training or a degree taught in English 

The Senior or Specialist Worker Visa is for those transferring from a job with an overseas company to another branch of the same company in the UK. You will need to meet the same requirements as the Skilled Worker but the  job offer must come from a UK company linked to your current employer.

Working with us on your UK Work Visa application

We can advise on, prepare and submit the application for the Skilled Worker Visa. We often work alongside employers who hold sponsorship licences to bring people into the UK whose skills are needed here.   

If you are an individual with a job offer, we will check everything is properly in place so that your Skilled Worker application goes through smoothly. We will not make the application if we think there is a problem and we will work with you to solve any problems that may arise.

How does the process work?

We prepare the application, and ensure all the evidence is correct and complete. After that, we then submit the application and evidence. You will then visit a visa application centre in your country to give your fingerprints and have a photo taken. You will hand in your passport. It takes a couple of weeks to get a decision from the Home Office. Finally, once you have your visa, you can start your journey to the UK.

We have a wealth of experience in making Home Office applications on behalf of people living overseas. In addition, our fixed fee includes providing you with advice and answering your questions throughout the process.