United Kingdom work route
1 current source-backed work pathway. Verify the responsible authority before applying.
This page contains 1 current route for this destination, with the available eligibility, requirements and duration details.
Source-backed legal route · Checked 2026-07-15
Current route records
| Route | Conditions | Effective or checked | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skilled Worker | The UK Skilled Worker route requires an eligible job with an approved UK employer, sponsorship, an eligible occupation and applicable salary rules. | 2026-07-15 | Official source |
Can you work on this route?
Route-specific work rights and conditions stay separate from shortage-list status and individual eligibility.
| Route | Published work answer | Official source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Worker | The GOV.UK Skilled Worker page requires an eligible job, an approved UK employer and the applicable minimum salary; the employer must also meet minimum-wage and working-hours rules. | Official source |
| Skilled Worker | The exact official route source states: utside the UK Your partner and children Extend your visa If you got your first certificate of sponsorship before 4 April 2024 Update your visa if you change job or employer Switch to this visa Taking on additional work Overview A Skilled Worker visa allows you to come to or stay in the UK to do an eligible job with an approved employer. This visa has replaced the Tier 2 (General) work visa. It also allows you to work in UK waters. Eligibility Your job To qualify for a Skilled Worker visa, you must: work for a UK employer that’s been approved by the Home Office have a ‘certificate of sponsorship’ ( CoS ) from your employer with information about the role you’ve been offered in the UK do a job that’s on the list of eligible occupations be paid a minimum salary - how much depends on the type of work you do and the date you got your CoS The specific eligibility depends on your job . You must have a confirmed job offer before you apply for your visa. Knowledge of English You must be able to speak, read, write and understand English. You’ll usually need to prove your knowledge of English when you apply. If you’re not e | Official source |
Official sources
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