WORK IN UK AS A SPECIALTY WORKER
Work and Establish Your Home in the UK
To maintain its competitive edge, the UK welcomes skilled professionals through the Tier 2 visa program. This initiative enables individuals with occupations listed on the Tier 2 Shortage Occupation List to apply for long-term work in the UK. Popular professions on this list include IT, finance, teaching, healthcare, and engineering. Beliebt Overseas can guide you in leveraging the talent shortage in the UK, helping you secure a work permit.
For skilled workers to enter the UK, the Skilled Worker visa (formerly the Tier 2 visa) is essential. This visa can be sought if you have received a skilled job offer in the UK. The salary requirements for this visa are £25,600 or the specific requirement for your occupation.
UK Skilled Worker Visa Details
The Skilled Worker visa facilitates skilled professionals in building their careers in the UK. It allows a maximum stay of 5 years. This points-based visa requires a minimum score of 70 points, considering factors such as a Certificate of Sponsorship, salary, English communication skills, and maintenance funds.
The Tier 2 visa includes subcategories:
1. Tier 2 General Visa: For workers with a job offer in the UK, especially those in professions on the shortage occupation list (replaced by the Skilled Worker visa).
2. Tier 2 Intra-Company Transfer Visa: For workers of corporations transferring to the UK.
3. Tier 2 Minister of Religion Visa: For ministers within a religious organization.
4. Tier 2 Sportsperson Visa: For coaches and sportspersons.
Successful Skilled Worker visa holders can study, bring family members to the UK, and travel to and from the country.
Processing Time
Applications can be submitted three months before starting work in the UK. The decision is typically received within three weeks, and additional occupations on the Shortage Occupation List are expected to reduce processing times.
Duration of Stay on Skilled Worker Visa
You can stay for a maximum of 5 years, depending on your job contract. Extension is possible by applying online or at a premium service center for UK visas. The maximum duration is 5 years and 14 days or the duration on the certificate of sponsorship plus one month, whichever is shorter.
Documents Required
Required documents for the UK Tier 2 Visa include a valid Certificate of Sponsorship, salary and financial details, passport with travel history, English proficiency certifications, criminal record certificate, and other supporting documents.
Skilled Worker Dependent Visa
This visa is for children and partners of Skilled Worker visa holders. Eligible persons include spouses, unmarried or same-sex partners, and dependent children.
Requirements include proving genuine partnerships, demonstrating adequate financial means, and meeting age and other eligibility criteria.
As a Skilled Worker dependent visa holder, you can stay for the same duration as the main visa holder, work with exceptions, study under certain conditions, and apply for an extension in line with the principal applicant.
How Beliebt Overseas Can Help You
Beliebt Overseas offers comprehensive support for UK Tier 2 Permit applications, including document checklists, application processing, form filing, updates, follow-up, job search services, and relocation support. Contact us to explore opportunities for launching your career in the UK.