Skilled Worker Visa
A Skilled Worker visa is available for skilled workers who have been offered a position by a UK company that is a registered sponsor.
There are various requirements that must be met for this visa, relating to the skill level of the job you will undertake, the salary you will be paid, your English ability and your ability to maintain yourself during your stay. There are many eligible occupations that a skilled worker visa applicant can have, but in some cases, a Temporary Worker visa may be more suitable.
If you are granted a Skilled Worker visa, you are eligible to remain in the UK for up to five years. You may be eligible to settle in the UK after completing five years of residence.
The requirements for this visa can be complex and you should seek advice from an immigration specialist before you proceed with an application.
Latitude Law’s business immigration lawyers can advise you of the requirements specifically relating to you, and ensure that the conditions of your employment offer are suitable to meet the Immigration Rules.
If you would like to extend your UK Skilled Work visa, you can apply to do this if you are in the same job as you were when you first successfully applied, you are in the same occupation code, or you are still working for the same employer that sponsored your application. If you switch job roles or employers, you may still be able to extend your visa so long as your new position meets the skill level and salary requirements.
If you are moving jobs, your new employer must hold a sponsor licence.