1. Work Visas (For Employment in the UK)
Skilled Worker Visa (Most Common for Employment)
Who is it for? Skilled professionals with a job offer from a UK employer.
Requirements:
- A job offer from a UK employer licensed to sponsor visas.
- Job must be on the shortage occupation list (e.g., IT, healthcare, engineering).
- Minimum salary of £26,200 per year (£10.75 per hour) or £20,960 for shortage jobs.
- English language proficiency.
Validity: Up to 5 years, renewable.
Health and Care Worker Visa
Who Can Apply?
Medical professionals, nurses, social care workers, and healthcare staff.
Key Benefits:
- Fast-track processing.
- Lower visa fees.
- No Immigration Health Surcharge.
Requirements: - Must work for the NHS, an NHS supplier, or in adult social care.
- Similar salary and job eligibility rules as the Skilled Worker Visa.
Global Business Mobility Visas (For Company Transfers)
These are for overseas businesses sending employees to the UK.
- Senior or Specialist Worker Visa – For high-level employees of international companies transferring to the UK.
- Graduate Trainee Visa – For employees on structured training programs.
- UK Expansion Worker Visa – For employees expanding a business into the UK.
- Service Supplier Visa – For contract-based work in the UK.