Mastering the UK Skilled Worker Visa Route
The Skilled Worker visa is the main immigration route for international talent to work in the United Kingdom. Applicants must score at least 70 points across mandatory criteria: an approved job offer from a Home Office licensed sponsor, an eligible Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) code at RQF Level 3 or higher, an appropriate salary level, and English language proficiency at B1 level.
Recent reforms by the UK Home Office have substantially altered salary baseline thresholds (up to £38,700 for general routes, with transitional protections for existing visa holders and healthcare exemptions). At Kingdom Legal, our registered caseworkers guide applicants and sponsors through every nuance to guarantee flawless approval.
70 Points Calculation Breakdown
- Offer of a job by an approved Home Office sponsor (20 points)
- Job at an appropriate skill level - RQF 3 or above (20 points)
- English language skills at level B1 on CEFR scale (10 points)
- Salary meeting or exceeding the general threshold (£38,700 or the 'going rate' for the occupation code) (20 points)
- Or tradeable salary options: relevant PhD, Immigration Salary List (ISL) shortage role, or 'New Entrant' discount (up to 30% reduction).
Our Skilled Worker Representation Services
1. New Visa Applications (In-Country & Out-of-Country)
We manage your complete entry clearance or leave to remain process, vetting Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) data, checking bank statements for maintenance funds (£1,270), and preparing comprehensive legal representations.
2. Switching from Student or Graduate Visa to Skilled Worker
Assisting graduates to transition onto employer sponsorship smoothly, qualifying as 'New Entrants' with favorable salary thresholds.
3. Changing Sponsors (Change of Employment)
If you are moving to a new employer or your job code has fundamentally changed, you must submit a fresh Skilled Worker application before commencing your new role. We ensure uninterrupted right-to-work status.
4. Skilled Worker Dependant Visas
Comprehensive assistance bringing spouses, civil partners, and unmarried partners, and children under 18 to live and work in the UK alongside the main visa holder.
5. Route to Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR)
Continuous residency guidance throughout your 5 years on the Skilled Worker route to ensure your permanent settlement application is bulletproof.