Skilled Worker Visa

Skilled Worker Visa

The Main Route to Work Legally in the United Kingdom

The UK Skilled Worker Visa replaced the old Tier 2 (General) work visa and is the primary immigration route for skilled professionals from outside the UK who have a genuine job offer from a UK employer.

To qualify, you need a confirmed job offer from a UK employer who holds a Sponsor Licence issued by the Home Office. Your role must meet a minimum skill level (RQF Level 3 or above — broadly equivalent to A-level standard) and a minimum salary threshold.

The Skilled Worker Visa is one of the most popular immigration routes for Pakistani and Indian professionals, particularly in healthcare, IT, engineering, education, and finance. It also offers a direct pathway to Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after five years — making it a genuine long-term route to settling in the UK.

Who Can Apply?

Job offer from a licensed sponsor — Your UK employer must hold a valid Home Office Sponsor Licence and issue you a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) — 20 points

Eligible occupation — Your role must be on the UK’s list of eligible skilled occupations (SOC codes at RQF Level 3+) — 20 points

Meets minimum salary — Your salary must meet the general threshold of £38,700 per year (2024 rate), or the going rate for your specific occupation — whichever is higher — 20 points

English language ability — You must prove English at B1 CEFR level or above

Valid passport — With sufficient remaining validity

Lower Salary Thresholds Apply To:

  • New entrants to the labour market (recent graduates, under 26): £30,960
  • Roles on the Immigration Salary List (shortage occupations): £30,960
  • Healthcare workers (nurses, doctors) and education roles: occupation-specific going rates apply

💡 Pakistani and Indian healthcare professionals — particularly doctors (GMC registration route) and nurses (NMC registration route) — represent a significant portion of Skilled Worker Visa applicants. EuropXint has specific experience with healthcare applications.

Service Process

Step 1 — Eligibility & Points Assessment
Step 2 — Employer Sponsor Licence Verification
Step 3 — Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) Review
Step 4 — Document Collection
Step 5 — English Language Requirement
Step 6 — Online Visa Application
Step 7 — Decision & Arrival Preparation

Frequantly Asked Questions

Does my UK employer need to have a Sponsor Licence before I apply?
Yes, absolutely. Your employer must hold a valid Sponsor Licence — without it, they cannot issue you a Certificate of Sponsorship and you cannot apply. If your prospective employer does not yet have a licence, EuropXint can advise them on the application process. Sponsor Licence applications typically take 8 weeks to process.
Can I change jobs once I have a Skilled Worker Visa?
Yes, but you must obtain a new Certificate of Sponsorship from your new employer and apply to update (switch) your visa before starting work with them. Simply moving jobs without a new CoS would breach your visa conditions.
Can my family join me in the UK on a Skilled Worker Visa?
Yes. Your spouse/civil partner and dependent children under 18 can apply for Dependant visas to join you. They have the right to live and work in the UK. Dependants can switch to other visa categories or apply for ILR alongside you.
I am a doctor/nurse in Pakistan or India — is there a specific route for me?
Healthcare professionals have a specific pathway under the Skilled Worker Visa, with occupation-specific salary thresholds and additional registration requirements (GMC for doctors, NMC for nurses/midwives). EuropXint is experienced in preparing healthcare professional applications and can guide you through both the UKVI application and registration body requirements simultaneously.
My salary offer is below £38,700 — can I still apply?
Possibly. Lower thresholds apply to: new entrants (recent graduates/under 26), roles on the Immigration Salary List, and some healthcare/education roles where the occupation going rate is lower. We assess your specific situation and advise whether a lower threshold route applies.
What if my visa application is refused?
A refusal is not necessarily the end. Depending on the grounds, you may be able to apply again with corrected documentation, or in some cases submit an Administrative Review. EuropXint can review your refusal notice and advise the best course of action.

Why Choose EuropXint

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🇬🇧 UK-based consultancy
We operate within the UK immigration system and stay current with every Home Office rule change
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📋 Thorough document review
We check every document before it goes near your application
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💬 Honest eligibility advice
If you don't qualify yet, we tell you so and explain what needs to change
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📞 WhatsApp-friendly
communication — regular updates in a way that works for Pakistani and Indian applicants
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🔒 No false promises
We never guarantee a visa outcome, but we guarantee a properly prepared application
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🔄 End-to-end support
From your first question to your pre-departure briefing

CONTACT US

Book a free consultation with EuropXint today. We’ll honestly assess whether your idea is ready for the Skilled Worker Visa — and if it is, we’ll build your application from the ground up.

📞 Call / WhatsApp: +447466443324
📧 Email: info@europxint.co.uk
🏢 Office: 49 Woodwards Road, Walsall, WS2 9RJ, UK
🕐 Hours: Monday–Saturday, 10:00am–6:00pm

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