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UK Skilled Worker Visa

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UK Skilled Worker Visa

Can my family join me on the UK skilled worker visa?

Yes, your spouse and children can join on the UK skilled worker visa as dependents, with work and study rights.

What if my job ends on the UK work visa?

You have 60 days to find a new sponsor and switch jobs on the UK work visa, or you must leave unless applying for another visa.

Do I need an English test for the UK work visa?

Yes, for the UK work visa, relocating person needs a B1-level English unless exempt via a Secure English Language Test or degree taught in English.

How long can I stay with a UK skilled worker visa?

You can stay up to 5 years with a UK skilled worker visa per stint, extendable, with a path to ILR after 5 years of continuous residence.

What is the skilled worker visa UK and who qualifies?

The skilled worker visa UK allows non-UK professionals with a job offer from a licensed sponsor to work in the UK, requiring a minimum salary of £38,700/year and English proficiency as of 2025.

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