Skilled Worker Visa (PBS)

Settle your career in the UK with confidence

Work and live in the UK in an eligible skilled role — with a clear pathway to Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) and ultimately British citizenship.

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What is a Skilled Worker Visa?

The Skilled Worker Visa, part of the UK’s Points-Based Immigration System, enables licensed employers to recruit skilled workers from abroad for eligible roles in healthcare, IT, engineering, education and more.

This route offers flexibility and benefits:

  • Long-term stay and work opportunities
  • Bringing dependants to the UK
  • A pathway to permanent settlement

Big picture

Secure a sponsored role, meet the salary and English rules, and score the points required — then progress to ILR after 5 years.

Eligibility requirements

You’ll typically need to meet the following:

UK sponsor & job

Confirmed job offer from a licensed Skilled Worker sponsor.

Eligible occupation

Your role must be on the eligible skilled occupations list.

Salary threshold

At least £26,200/year or £10.75/hour (lower for some shortage/health/young roles).

English & points

Meet the English requirement and achieve 70 points.

Benefits of the Skilled Worker Visa

Permanent stability, family options, and a clear path to settlement.

Long-term stay — up to 5 years, extendable
ILR pathway — apply after 5 years
Work flexibility — switch sponsors
Family & NHS — bring dependants, access healthcare

Eligible Job Categories

The Skilled Worker Visa covers roles across multiple industries.

Healthcare & Social Care
Doctors, nurses, care workers, paramedics.
IT & Technology
Software developers, analysts, cyber security.
Engineering
Civil, mechanical, electrical engineers.
Education
STEM secondary teachers.
Construction & Trades
Welders, bricklayers, carpenters.

Shortage Occupation roles may have lower salary thresholds and fees.

Application Process

From job offer to decision.

1. Job Offer & CoS
Licensed employer issues your CoS.
2. Prepare Documents
Job, English, finances (if needed).
3. Submit Application
Online form + visa fee + IHS.
4. Biometrics
Photo, fingerprints, bundle.
5. Decision
Typical ~3 weeks outside the UK.

Required Documents

Typical evidence for a Skilled Worker Visa application.

  • ✅ Valid passport or travel document
  • ✅ Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS)
  • ✅ English language evidence (e.g., IELTS) or exemption
  • ✅ Financial maintenance (if applicable)
  • ✅ Qualifications or professional certificates (if required)
  • ✅ TB test (if from a listed country)

Pathway to Settlement

The Skilled Worker Visa is a route to permanent residency.

ILR after 5 years — stay permanently.
Permanent benefits — access full residency rights.
British Citizenship — apply after 1 year of ILR.

How We Can Help

Expert support for individuals and employers.

Eligibility Assessment: Confirm if you qualify.
Sponsor Guidance: Help for UK employers hiring talent.
Application Support: Build and submit correctly.
Legal Representation: Handle Home Office correspondence.
Extension & ILR: Support towards settlement.

Why Choose Us?

Trusted experts with proven success in Skilled Worker cases.

Skilled Worker specialists
Tailored strategy for employers & candidates
High success rate
Transparent fees

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Whether you need advice on visas, appeals, or complex immigration matters, our team is here to guide you every step of the way. Schedule a consultation today and take the first step toward your UK immigration success.

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