A Skilled Worker Visa allows eligible individuals to come to or remain in the UK to work in an eligible occupation for a UK employer that has been approved by the Home Office as a sponsor.

Potentially, yes. If you continue to meet the relevant requirements, you may be able to extend your Skilled Worker permission. Different salary and eligibility rules can apply depending on when you first held Skilled Worker or previous Tier 2 permission and your circumstances.

Potentially, yes. If you continue to meet the relevant requirements, you may be able to extend your Skilled Worker permission. Different salary and eligibility rules can apply depending on when you first held Skilled Worker or previous Tier 2 permission and your circumstances.

For many applicants, the salary must be at least £41,700 per year or the applicable going rate for the occupation, whichever is higher. Different salary rules can apply in certain circumstances, including some healthcare and education roles and applicants who qualify for specific salary reductions. 

Yes. Your role must fall within an eligible occupation code under the Skilled Worker route. Some occupations have specific requirements or restrictions, so identifying the correct occupation code is an important part of the application.

Usually, yes. For Skilled Worker applications under the current rules, applicants generally need to demonstrate English language ability at B2 level, unless an applicable exemption or previous Skilled Worker permission means a different rule applies. English may be demonstrated through an approved test or certain qualifying qualifications and circumstances. 

A Certificate of Sponsorship is an electronic record assigned to you by your sponsoring employer. It contains information about your job and provides a reference number that you use as part of your visa application. You must generally apply within three months of receiving it.

In many cases, eligible partners and children can apply as dependants of a Skilled Worker. However, restrictions apply to dependants in certain occupations, including some care worker and medium-skilled roles. Your family’s eligibility should therefore be assessed based on your specific occupation and immigration history.

Potentially, yes. If you continue to meet the relevant requirements, you may be able to extend your Skilled Worker permission. Different salary and eligibility rules can apply depending on when you first held Skilled Worker or previous Tier 2 permission and your circumstances.

You may be able to change your employer, but you will generally need to make an application to update your Skilled Worker permission before starting the new sponsored role. The new employment must meet the relevant Skilled Worker requirements.

Potentially, yes. Skilled Workers may be able to apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after meeting the relevant requirements, including the applicable continuous residence and salary requirements. The current rules generally provide for a five-year qualifying period, subject to the detailed requirements and any future rule changes.

Your options will depend on the reasons for refusal and your individual circumstances. MYM Solicitors can review the decision, explain your options and advise you on the appropriate next steps.

Yes. Our immigration solicitors can provide advice and assistance throughout the process, from assessing your circumstances and reviewing your job and sponsorship documents to preparing your application and advising you on any issues that may arise.