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The Skilled Work Visa is a work visa which allows you to work in the UK for a company who has approved sponsorship from the Home office. You can be granted up to 5 years on the skilled work visa (subject to length of employment given by employer).  After 5 years of qualifying period, you will  be eligible to apply for indefinite leave to remain in the UK.

If you wish to change employers, you will need to apply for a new skilled work visa.

 

Requirements for skilled work visas.

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You must meet the following requirements and provide evidence that:

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• You have a job offer from a UK employer.

• Your employer must have a sponsor license issued by the Home office

• You have been issued with Certificate of Sponsor from your employer.

• The job must be on the short occupation list.

• You must meet the English language requirement to at least level B1.

• You must meet the financial requirement of £26,200 (This will increase on to £38,700 per annum on 04th April. This will not apply to healthcare workers or those who work in education on national pay).

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You must show proof of funds in account of £1270 to show you can maintain yourself.