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2026 UK Visa Fees and Sponsorship Cost Calculator

Estimate the total cost of UK relocation in seconds. Our data-driven tool calculates the latest 2026 application fees, the Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS), and the newly increased Immigration Skills Charge to ensure full budget compliance.

Calculate UK Visa Fees 2026

Master Your UK Immigration Budget for 2026

Precise, real-time cost forecasting for HR and Global Mobility teams

Verify Visa Route Fees

Instantly confirm 2026 application costs (e.g., £769 for a 3-year Skilled Worker visa) based on the latest Home Office fee tables.

Calculate Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS)

Factor in the mandatory £1,035 per year for adults or £776 per year for students and minors to avoid processing delays and ensure full compliance.

Estimate New Sponsorship Levies

Include the 32% increase in the Immigration Skills Charge (now £1,320 per year for large sponsors) effective from late 2025.

Plan for Priority Services

Compare costs for Priority (£500) and Super Priority (£1,000) processing to meet urgent business start dates.

Budget for Dependant Costs

Get a full breakdown of family application fees, ensuring relocation packages are fully funded and compliant with UK immigration rules.

Official Source Verification

All calculations are cross-referenced with the official GOV.UK visa fee regulations table to ensure accuracy and up-to-date compliance.

UK Visa Fees 2026

UK Visa Fee Requirements & Salary Levels

To qualify for a Skilled Worker visa in 2026, the general salary threshold is £38,700 (or the "going rate" for the role). Special rates apply for those on the Immigration Salary List (ISL) or the Health and Care Worker route.

Fee Breakdown Table (2026 Data)

Visa Category	Duration	Application Fee (Outside UK)	IHS Fee (Per Year)
Skilled Worker	Up to 3 Years	£769	£1,035
Skilled Worker	Over 3 Years	£1,519	£1,035
Health and Care	Up to 3 Years	£304	Exempt
Health and Care	Over 3 Years	£590	Exempt
Student Visa	Course Length	£524	£776

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Employer Sponsorship Costs (2026 Updates)

Sponsoring an international employee involves specific employer-only levies:

Immigration Skills Charge (ISC): £1,320 per year for medium/large sponsors or £480 per year for small/charitable sponsors.
Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS): A flat fee of £239 (standard).
Sponsor License: £1,579 for large businesses or £574 for small businesses.

Document Checklist

Valid Passport: Must have at least one blank page for the vignette.
Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS): The unique reference number from your employer.
Proof of English (Level B2): As of January 8, 2026, first-time Skilled Worker applicants must prove B2 level proficiency.‍
Financial Evidence: At least £1,270 in personal savings (held for 28 days) unless the employer certifies maintenance.

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