UK Work Visa

The UK ranks fifth in the list of largest economies in the world. Every year the UK attracts thousands of workers around the world who want to come and get better job opportunities and to aim for a better standard of living.
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Wanting To Work In UK in 2022? Here's Everything You Need To Know...

Good quality of life with world-class health care benefits and exceptional education all of this can be found in the Uk. There is a demand for professionals in the fields of  IT, finance, teaching, healthcare, and engineering. 

The UK invites professionals with skills to apply for the Tier 2 visa program to work in the UK. This work visa is also known as a Skilled worker visa. There are minimum requirements to be fulfilled in order to obtain a skilled worker visa like you must have a job offer letter in your hand from a UK-origin company with a minimum salary requirement of 25000 pounds.

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Details Of The UK Skilled Worker Visa For Indians:

The skilled worker visa is a point-based visa application process and you need to have a minimum of 70 points for your application to be selected for the work visa. The points are awarded on the basis of various different categories like whether you have a job letter from the employer in the UK, whether you meet the minimum requirement of the salary been given to you, you should also have the proper English communication skills, you must also have enough funds in your bank to support your stay in the UK if you satisfy these criteria then you can apply for a skilled worker visa. The benefits of this Visa are you can study, work or travel within the UK.

Processing Time For UK Work Visa As Per 2022:

You should apply for this visa three months before you start to work in the UK. The starting date will be mentioned in the certificate of sponsorship you will receive from your UK employer. You will receive the visa within three weeks after you apply for the application. You can stay for a maximum of 5 years on this visa. The UK government is also planning to add more occupations to the list of professions so you can also expect a much shorter processing time. 

Documents required for the skilled worker visa for the UK are:

  • You should have a valid job offer letter or a letter of Sponsorship from a UK-based company.
  • You must also provide your proof of salary and your financial details from your bank account that you have enough funds to support your expenses. 
  • You must have a valid passport issued by the government of India and must also show your travel history to the officer.
  • You must also show certificates that can prove your English speaking skills.
  • You must not have any criminal records or have committed any serious offense.
  • Your medical certificates should show that you don’t have any chronic disease or ailments.

Role Of Prominent Overseas In Getting A UK Work Visa:

Looking for a suitable job and a visa that fits your requirement can be very time-consuming and a confusing task. Hence guidance from the experts in the field is necessary, We at Prominent Overseas can help you find a suitable visa and get you through the process of application, document verifications, and the interview. Our team is dedicated to serving you and making this process a hassle-free experience.

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  • Graduate visa
  • Skilled Worker Visa
  • Temporary Work - Creative Worker visa

A Graduate visa gives you permission to stay in the UK for at least 2 years after successfully completing a course in the UK.

A Skilled Worker visa allows you to come to or stay in the UK to do an eligible job with an approved employer.

You must apply for a Temporary Work – Creative Worker visa if, you’ve been offered work in the UK as a creative worker, you meet the other eligibility requirements.

FAQ's Section:

01
Do UK companies sponsor work permits?

Ans: Yes, Most UK work visas need sponsorship from a UK-based company, so you must have suitable employment and sponsorship in place before applying for the UK work visa. 

02
How can I get a work permit in the UK?

Ans: The most important thing to get a work permit in the United Kingdom is to have a ‘certificate of sponsorship’ from your employer with information about the role you’ve been offered in the UK which can make you eligible for getting a work visa from the embassy.

03
How long is a work permit in the UK?

Ans: Your visa can last for up to 5 years before you need to extend it. You’ll need to apply to extend or update your visa when it expires or if you change jobs or employer

04
Can I get a work permit without a job offer in the UK?

Ans: Though it depends on the type of employment you are seeking, generally Work permits issued through the adjustment of status (AOS) process are valid for two years.

05
How long does a UK work permit take to process?

Ans: Once you’ve applied online, proved your identity, and provided your documents, you’ll usually get a decision on your visa within 8 weeks, but due to the ongoing pandemic it is taking around 12 weeks to get approval.