UK Skilled Worker visa salary threshold
A source-backed explanation of the general threshold, occupation going-rate comparison and lower-salary cases; it is not a single universal salary number.
For a standard Skilled Worker application, GOV.UK says the salary must normally be at least the higher of £41,700 per year or the occupation's going rate. Defined discounts can reduce the general threshold to £37,500, £33,400, £31,300, £28,200 or £25,000 depending on the route and applicant circumstances.
- Accepted items
- 4
- Scope
- country
- Last checked
- 2026-07-11
Source-backed answers
Compare each answer with its unit and checked date; the complete source ledger is below.
| Question or country | Verified answer | Checked |
|---|---|---|
| What is the usual minimum salary? | The usual minimum is the higher of £41,700 per year or the occupation's going rate. | 2026-07-11 |
| Can the general salary threshold be lower? | Defined options use £37,500, £33,400, £31,300, £28,200 or £25,000 depending on the applicable route and applicant circumstances; the going rate still applies. | 2026-07-11 |
| Why is the occupation code needed? | Each eligible occupation code has a going rate; the applicant must compare that rate with the applicable general threshold. | 2026-07-11 |
| How long does a decision usually take from outside the UK? | The official guide says usually 3 weeks after identity and supporting documents are provided. | 2026-07-11 |
How to read this report
Keep the general salary threshold and the occupation-specific going rate as separate inputs; the effective minimum is the higher applicable number.
- £41,700 is not a universal salary guarantee: occupation going rate and discounts must be checked.
- The report covers salary rules, not visa fees, sponsorship licensing or approval odds.
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