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Minister of Religion Visa (T2) – UK Immigration for Faith Leaders
Comprehensive Legal Support from London’s Leading Solicitors
The Minister of Religion Visa (T2) is designed for qualified religious workers who have been offered a key role within a faith-based organisation in the UK — whether as a pastor, imam, rabbi, priest, or spiritual leader.
At Right Law Solicitors, we assist both religious institutions and individual applicants in navigating this visa process with clarity and efficiency. We ensure every requirement — from sponsor licence to visa approval — is met with legal precision and full compliance with Home Office guidelines.
What Is the Minister of Religion Visa (T2)?
This visa route allows ordained ministers, missionaries, and religious workers to come to the UK for full-time work in a recognised faith role, such as:
- Leading worship
- Conducting religious rites or ceremonies
- Pastoral care
- Missionary or theological teaching roles
- Community religious leadership
The visa is granted for up to 3 years and 1 month initially, with the option to extend or switch, and offers a route to settlement (ILR) after 5 years.
Eligibility Requirements
- Have a genuine offer of employment from a UK-based religious organisation
- Be assigned a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) from a licensed sponsor
- Intend to work full-time in a ministerial capacity
- Be proficient in English language (B2 level)
- Have sufficient funds for maintenance, unless certified by your sponsor
Your role must not be solely administrative, and the sponsoring body must be an officially registered religious organisation.
Who Can Sponsor a Minister of Religion?
To sponsor an overseas religious worker, an organisation must:
- Hold a valid sponsor licence under the Minister of Religion category
- Be a bona fide religious organisation operating in the UK
- Be genuinely recruiting to fill a spiritual leadership or religious worker role
- Offer accommodation and pastoral support where necessary
We assist faith organisations in applying for and managing their sponsor licence, including document templates and training.
Key Stages and Timeline
- Eligibility Review & Role Verification → 1–2 working days
- Sponsor Licence Application (if not in place) → 2–6 weeks
- CoS Assignment & Visa Preparation → 3–5 working days
- Visa Application Submission & Biometrics → Online application and UKVCAS appointment
- Home Office Decision → 3 weeks (standard) | 5 working days (priority)
- Arrival & Ministry Start in the UK → Start your pastoral or leadership role
- Ongoing Support & Settlement → ILR, family applications, visa renewals
How We Help
Sponsor Licence Application for Religious Bodies
We help churches, mosques, temples, and other faith institutions obtain and maintain their sponsor licence
Eligibility Assessment & Document Support
We confirm the role, applicant credentials, and sponsor requirements meet UKVI criteria
Visa Application Submission
We manage your online visa application, biometric appointments, and documentation
Dependant Visa Applications
We help bring your spouse and children to the UK under the same route
Our Pricing
| Service | Fixed Fee (Excl. VAT) |
| Minister of Religion Visa Application | £1,200 |
| Sponsor Licence Application (for Religious Body) | £1,600 |
| CoS Assignment & Compliance Guidance | £350 |
| Dependant Visa (Spouse/Child) | £750 per person |
| ILR Application (after 5 years) | £1,400 |
Initial consultation: £100 (deductible if you proceed)
Home Office fees and Immigration Health Surcharge apply separately
Why Choose Right Law Solicitors?
- Specialists in Religious Worker Visas – We understand the sensitivity and requirements of spiritual work
- Sponsor Licence Expertise – Full support for religious institutions
- Compassionate and Professional Advice – Respect for all faiths and traditions
- End-to-End Support – From visa preparation to long-term settlement
- Discreet and Client-Focused Service – Trusted by religious leaders and communities across the UK