Exploring Work Visas for the UK: What You Need to Know [PART 1]
UK Work Visas: An Overview
- Skilled Worker Visa
- UK Start-Up Visa
- UK Graduate Work Visa
- UK Domestic Worker Visa
- High Potential Individual Visa
- International Sportsperson Visa
- Minister of Religion Visa
- Youth Mobility Scheme
- Global Business Mobility Worker Visas
- Senior or Specialist Worker Visa
- Expansion Worker Visa
- Secondment Worker Visa
- Service Supplier Visa
- Graduate Trainee Visa
- Temporary Worker Visas
- Creative Worker Visa
- Seasonal Worker Visa
- International Agreement Worker Visa
- Charity Worker Visa
- Government Authorized Exchange Visa
Considering working in the UK? There are a range of work visas on offer in this country, each developed to cater for different requirements and circumstances. Here are some of the major options:
Skilled Worker Visa
This visa is perfect if you have a job offer from a UK company.
To qualify, you need:
- A job offer from a company approved by the Home Office.
- A certificate of aid from your employer.
- A role that is on the list of qualified occupations.
- A minimum pay for the job.
- Advanced B1 level of English language skills.
UK Start-Up Visa
Do you want launch a business in the UK? The Start-Up Visa is for entrepreneurs ready to dive into the UK.
To qualify:
- Must 18 years old.
- Your business must be approved by an approved UK body.
- You should know how to speak English language skills should be at a B2 level.
- Money in you account , you should have at least £1000 in your bank account for 90 consecutive days before applying.
- You should be in the UK under a Tier 1 Graduate Entreprneur visa, Tier 2, Tier 4 (General), or as a visitor who involved in permitted activities as a potential entrepreneur.
UK Graduate Work Visa
For those who just graduated from a UK school, for up to two years the Graduate Work Visa offers flexibility to work and build your career.
Eligibility includes:
- You must be in UK on a student visa.
- Having completed a UK bachelor degree or postgraduate degree, or another eligible course, for at least 1 year
- Your university or college must confirm your successful completion of the course.
UK Domestic Worker Visa
If you are working as a domestic worker like a nanny or chauffeur in a private home, this visa could be your path. To qualify:
- You must be least 19
- You are living outside the UK.
- You need to have worked for your employer for at least 1year
- Your role should be in the same home as your employer.
- You must plan to leave the UK after six months and won’t need public funds.
High Potential Individual Visa
This visa is for graduates from top universities in the world who want to live and work in the UK for up to 24 months , even without a job offer.
To be eligible:
- Your must qualify to be from an eligible university within the past 5 years.
- atleast 18 or older.
- Your English level must be at B1.
- You should have enough money to take care of yourself .
International Sportsperson Visa
For athletes or coaches looking to further their careers in UK, this visa supports high-level sports devel0pment.
To qualify:
- You must to be familiar by your sport’s governing body.
- Your submission must be endorsed by this organization.
- Your role should give to the development of your sport in UK.
- Must provide evidence of English language skills and monetary support.
- You should show a travel history for the last five years and a tuberculosis test if required.
Minister of Religion Visa
If you are a minister or missionary, this visa allows you to work in UK.
See Requirements include:
- at least 18.
- Must obtaining a certificate of sponsorship from a UK sponsor.
- Proving your English proficiency is ook.
- You must have enough money to support yourself.
- Providing your tour history for the past 5 years and a tuberculosis test if necessary.
Youth Mobility Scheme
This visa is for young adults (from age 18-30) from specific countries who want to live and work in UK for up to 2 years. Eligible countries comprise of Australia, Canada, and New Zealand, among others. If you’re from Hong Kong, Japan, South Korea, or Taiwan, you must be selected in a ballot before applying. Take Note, you cannot apply if you have already held this visa.
Global Business Mobility Worker Visas
For businesses looking to run in UK, there are several routes:
- Senior or Specialist Worker Visa: For senior managers or specialists for the short term transferring to a UK branch.
- Expansion Worker Visa: For establishing a new UK branch of your big business.
- Secondment Worker Visa: For impermanent business transfers to UK.
- Service Supplier Visa: For temporary work related to contracts covered by global trade agreements.
- Graduate apprentice Visa: For roles in a graduate training course for specialist or administrative positions.
Each visa serves a distinct intentional, so choose the one that best describe with your goals and status.
