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Skilled Worker Visa

Live and Work in the UK Legally

Secure Your UK Career with Professional Immigration Support

Skilled Worker Visa Solicitors – Live and Work in the UK Legally

Comprehensive Legal Support from London’s Leading Solicitors

The Skilled Worker Visa is the UK’s flagship immigration route for non-British nationals seeking to work for a licensed employer. Whether you’re a qualified nurse, software engineer, chef, or financial analyst, this visa allows you to build a life in the UK with a clear path to settlement and citizenship.

At Right Law Solicitors, our London-based immigration lawyers support both employers and individuals — from sponsor licence applications to visa filings and ILR planning. We ensure every application is accurate, compliant, and designed to succeed.

What Is the Skilled Worker Visa?

The Skilled Worker Visa enables UK employers to recruit skilled foreign nationals to fill roles that meet minimum salary and skill thresholds. It replaced the Tier 2 (General) visa and is now the most common route for professionals coming to the UK.

  • Valid for up to 5 years
  • Leads to Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR)
  • Allows dependants to join you
  • Requires sponsorship from a UK-licensed employer

Eligibility Criteria

  • Job offer from a UK employer with a valid sponsor licence
  • Assigned Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS)
  • Eligible role on shortage or skilled occupation list
  • Appropriate salary (normally £38,700+, or lower for shortage roles)
  • English language requirement (B1 level+)
  • Sufficient maintenance funds (unless certified by sponsor)

Eligible Roles

  • Healthcare professionals – Nurses, Doctors, Radiographers, Care Workers
  • IT professionals – Software Engineers, Developers, Cyber Security Specialists
  • Engineers – Civil, Mechanical, Electrical
  • Financial services professionals
  • Teachers – Maths, Physics, Computing
  • Chefs and hospitality roles (with compliance conditions)

You may switch into this route from within the UK (e.g. from Student or Graduate visa).

Take the First Step Toward Your UK Career

  • Initial Assessment & Role Matching → 1–2 working days
  • Sponsor Licence Application → 2–6 weeks
  • CoS Assignment & Documentation → 2–4 working days
  • Visa Submission & Biometrics → Online + UKVCAS
  • Home Office Decision → 3 weeks standard | 5 days priority
  • Post-Visa Support → BRP, dependants, ILR planning

How We Help at Right Law Solicitors

Sponsor Licence Assistance

We help employers become licensed sponsors and stay compliant.

CoS Issuance

We guide HR teams or act directly to issue Certificates of Sponsorship.

Visa Filing

We prepare full Skilled Worker applications, including dependant forms.

ILR Planning

We provide long-term guidance toward ILR and citizenship.

Our Pricing

Service Fixed Fee (Excl. VAT)
Skilled Worker Visa (Main Applicant) £1,200
Sponsor Licence Application (Employer) £1,600
CoS Assignment & Compliance Advice £350
Dependant Visa £750 per person
Skilled Worker ILR Application £1,400

Consultation: £100 (deductible if you proceed)
Home Office, IHS, and sponsor fees apply separately

Why Choose Right Law Solicitors?

  • Specialists in Skilled Worker Visas – Extensive cross-industry expertise
  • Sponsor Licence & HR Compliance – End-to-end employer support
  • Fixed Fees – Transparent and predictable pricing
  • Dependants Supported – Family relocation handled with care
  • Long-Term Support – Pathway from visa to ILR and citizenship

Key Stages and Time Scale

  1. Initial Assessment & Role Matching → 1–2 working days
  2. Sponsor Licence Application → 2–6 weeks
  3. CoS Assignment & Preparation → 2–4 working days
  4. Visa Submission & Biometrics → Online via UKVCAS
  5. Decision Timeline → 3 weeks standard | 5 days priority
  6. Post-Visa Support → BRP, dependants, ILR planning

Work in the UK with the Right Legal Partner

We provide skilled visa applicants and employers with complete, compliant support — from sponsor licences to settlement strategies.

  • Trusted legal experts in Skilled Worker visas
  • Clear advice on occupational codes & salary thresholds
  • Ongoing guidance toward ILR and British citizenship

Our team is ready to support you throughout the process

One of our specialist will contact you by the end of the next business day.

Please contact us:

+44 020 3372 5360

info@rightlawsolicitors.co.uk