Transfer Your Global Talent to the UK with Legal Clarity
Senior or Specialist Worker Visa – Global Business Mobility
Comprehensive Legal Support from London’s Leading Solicitors
The Senior or Specialist Worker Visa, under the Global Business Mobility (GBM) route, enables international companies to transfer key staff from overseas branches to their UK operations. Whether you’re relocating a senior executive, project specialist, or skilled employee, this visa allows global businesses to move talent where it’s needed — without unnecessary delays.
At Right Law Solicitors, we support both employers and employees through every stage of the visa process. From UK sponsor licence applications to visa approvals and compliance, our expert immigration solicitors in London make global mobility seamless and fully compliant.
What Is the Senior or Specialist Worker Visa?
The Senior or Specialist Worker Visa is the updated version of the Intra-Company Transfer (ICT) visa. It allows employees of multinational organisations to come to the UK and work in a skilled role at a UK-based branch or subsidiary.
Unlike the Skilled Worker visa, it does not lead directly to settlement but allows for long-term assignments in the UK and can be a stepping stone to ILR via other routes.
Eligibility Criteria
- Be 18 or over
- Be employed by a company that holds a valid UK sponsor licence under the GBM route
- Have worked for the overseas entity for at least 12 months (unless earning £73,900+ annually)
- Be offered a skilled role in an eligible occupation
- Be paid a salary of at least £48,500/year or £23.18/hour (whichever is higher)
- Have a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS)
The visa can be granted for up to 5 years, and extended up to a maximum of 9 years, depending on the salary level.
How We Help at Right Law Solicitors
Sponsor Licence Application for Employers
We help international businesses obtain and manage UK sponsor licences under the Global Business Mobility scheme
CoS Assignment & Salary Compliance
We ensure correct sponsorship, job codes, and pay thresholds are met
Visa Application Preparation
We handle all application forms, supporting documents, and legal submissions for the main applicant and dependants
Family Visa Support
We assist with partner and child applications so your family can join you in the UK
Our Pricing
| Service | Fixed Fee (Excl. VAT) |
| Senior or Specialist Worker Visa | £1,400 |
| Sponsor Licence Application (GBM Route) | £1,800 |
| CoS Assignment & Compliance Support | £350 |
| Dependant Visa (per applicant) | £750 |
| Transition to Skilled Worker/ILR Route | From £1,200 |
Initial consultation: £100 (deductible if you proceed)
Home Office visa fee and IHS surcharge apply separately
Why Choose Right Law Solicitors?
- Specialists in Corporate Mobility – Trusted by global companies and skilled professionals
- Sponsor Licence & HR Compliance Experts – We guide you through every requirement
- Fast & Accurate Submissions – Applications built to meet Home Office standards
- End-to-End Visa Support – Including family and long-term planning
- Options for Settlement – Advice on future transitions to ILR-compatible routes
Start Your UK Assignment Smoothly and Confidently
- Employer Assessment & Sponsor Licence Support → 1–2 weeks (if sponsor licence is not in place)
- CoS Assignment & Eligibility Checks → 1–3 working days
- Visa Application Preparation & Submission → Online submission and biometric appointment
- Home Office Decision → 3 weeks (standard) | 5 working days (priority)
- Post-Arrival Support → UK compliance, family settlement, route switching
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Key Stages and Timeline
- Employer Assessment & Sponsor Licence Support → 1–2 weeks (if sponsor licence is not in place)
- CoS Assignment & Eligibility Checks → 1–3 working days
- Visa Application Preparation & Submission → Online submission and biometric appointment
- Home Office Decision → 3 weeks (standard) | 5 working days (priority)
- Post-Arrival Support → UK compliance, family settlement, route switching
Move Global Talent to the UK with Legal Confidence
We’ll help you transfer senior staff to the UK with precision and compliance, while planning for their long-term future.
- Specialist immigration solicitors for corporate mobility
- Tailored advice for employers and employees
- Full support for dependants and future settlement