Skilled Worker visa

Who it’s for

Graduates with a sponsored job offer at the required salary.

Key requirements

• Certificate of Sponsorship from a licensed sponsor
• Role at RQF 6+
• English at B2
• Salary at or above the applicable threshold and going rate

Step by step

1. 1
   Get a sponsored job offer

   Check the employer is on the register of licensed sponsors.
2. 2
   Receive your CoS

   Your employer assigns a Certificate of Sponsorship.
3. 3
   Apply online

   Pay the fee and Immigration Health Surcharge; verify identity.

Document checklist

Start the application to track these, set due dates and attach files.

• Valid passport
  Bio page scan. Check it is valid for the whole planned stay (6+ months beyond travel is safest).
• Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS)
  Reference number from your UK sponsor.
• Language test result
  An approved test for this visa, taken within the validity period (Canada: 2 years; Australia: 3 years).
• Degree certificates and transcripts
  All post-secondary qualifications, with certified translations if not in English/French.
• Proof of funds
  Official bank letters/statements showing the required amount, held for the required period.
• Police clearance certificates
  From every country where you lived 6+ months (12+ for Australia) since age 18.
• Government fees paid
  Keep the receipt. Check the current fee on the official site before paying.