United Kingdom
- For workers with a job offer from a Home Office licensed sponsor.
- Leads to settlement (indefinite leave to remain) after five years.
- Dependent partners and children can be included in the application.
Visa type
Work
Up to 5 years
Process Time
3-8 Weeks
Government fees
£769 - £1,751
Difficulty
Medium
Quality of Life
Quality
212.7
- Pollution
- 39.1
- Traffic Commute
- 36.7
- Safety Index
- 52.4
- Cost of living
- 68.9
Eligibility Needs
Certificate of Sponsorship
A valid CoS from an employer holding a Home Office sponsor licence.
Salary Threshold
Meet the general salary threshold or the going rate for the occupation code, whichever is higher.
English Language
CEFR level B1 in reading, writing, speaking and listening.
Step-by-step application roadmap
What happens from preparation to visa stamping.
- 1
Profile & document preparation
Collect your passport, credentials, financial proof and translations.
- 2
Application submission
File the official forms online and pay the government fees.
- 3
Government review & biometrics
Attend biometrics, interviews and respond to any requests for evidence.
- 4
Decision & visa stamping
Receive the decision, collect your visa and plan your arrival.
Why this visa fits your profile
74% MatchYour strengths
- Certificate of Sponsorship
- Salary Threshold
Missing requirements
- English Language
Next recommended actions
- 1.Online Application
- 2.Sponsorship Reference
- 3.TB Test & Criminal Record
Information is updated based on official immigration sources.
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