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Work visa for sponsored employees with eligible job offers from licensed UK employers.
£3,475 / mo
Min. income
£719
Application fee
3–8 weeks
Processing time
Up to 5 years
Stay duration
Skilled Worker Visa is a work route in United Kingdom for relocation and residency planning. Work visa for sponsored employees with eligible job offers from licensed UK employers. NomadIndex tracks minimum income, fees, processing time and renewal flags from linked reference sources (Dataset verified).
Skilled Worker Visa is a United Kingdom work program listed in NomadIndex's mobility dataset. It is intended for founders, freelancers and remote workers comparing visa and residency options — not a guarantee of eligibility.
Overview based on publicly available information — not a complete application checklist.
| Requirement level | High |
| Visa type | Work |
| Minimum income | £3,475 / mo |
| Application fee | £719 |
| Processing time | 3–8 weeks |
| Stay duration | Up to 5 years |
Standard general salary threshold £41,700/year (from 22 July 2025); occupation going rate may apply. Lower thresholds exist for tradeable points and Immigration Salary List roles.
Tax treatment varies by individual circumstances. Consult a qualified tax advisor before relocating.
Confirm all requirements directly with the issuing authority.
www.gov.uk
Last checked: June 23, 2026
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Dataset last reviewed: June 2026
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