UK Visa Pathways
The UK's points-based system replaced the old Tier system in 2021. Here are the most relevant routes.
Skilled Worker Visa
For professionals with a job offer from a UK-licensed sponsor. Points-based — score 70 points via salary, job type, English, and sponsor.
- › Job offer from licensed sponsor (20 pts)
- › Job at appropriate skill level (20 pts)
- › English language B1+ (10 pts)
- › £26,200+ salary (20 pts) — lower for shortage roles
Health & Care Worker Visa
Faster, cheaper version of Skilled Worker for doctors, nurses, and allied health professionals working for the NHS or an NHS-approved employer.
- › Eligible health occupation
- › Job offer from NHS or approved body
- › No salary requirement below NHS bands
- › Reduced visa fee and no Immigration Health Surcharge
Student Visa (Tier 4)
For full-time courses at a UK Higher Education Provider. After study, the Graduate Route allows 2 years (3 for PhDs) of open work.
- › Unconditional offer from licensed institution (CAS)
- › English language B2 (IELTS 5.5–6.0)
- › Financial requirement: tuition + £1,334/month living costs
- › Graduate Route available post-study
Global Talent Visa
No job offer needed. For internationally recognised leaders or emerging talent in academia, research, arts, digital tech, or science.
- › Endorsement from a recognised UK body (e.g., Tech Nation, UKRI)
- › No sponsor requirement
- › Flexible — work for multiple employers or self-employed
- › Accelerated ILR pathway (3 years)
Why the UK?
Global Financial Hub
London is the world's leading financial centre alongside New York.
Elite Universities
Oxford, Cambridge, Imperial, UCL — consistently top-ranked globally.
English Language
No language barrier — work and thrive in English from day one.
NHS Healthcare
Visa holders pay the Immigration Health Surcharge and receive NHS access.
Path to Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR)
After 5 years on a Skilled Worker visa, you can apply for ILR (permanent residency). After 1 further year of ILR, you become eligible for British citizenship — one of the world's most powerful passports.
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