What is the UK skilled worker visa?
The UK Skilled Worker visa is a visa that allows you to come to the UK and work for an approved company. You can live in the UK for up to five years before you need to renew your visa. You can apply for the visa up to three months from your starting date of work, and you should receive a decision in around three weeks if you’re outside the UK.
What is the new skilled worker route?
The new Skilled Worker route is open to new market entrants (e.g. recent graduates). There is no cap on the number of Skilled Worker visas available in the UK. No Resident Labour Market Test (RLMT) is required for skilled worker visa, making it easier and faster to recruit skilled overseas workers.
What documents do I need to apply for a skilled worker visa?
Some of the information and documents you may need to provide to support your Skilled Worker visa application include: The name of your employer and their sponsor licence number (as shown on your Certificate of Sponsorship) Proof of your relationship to your spouse/partner and children (e.g. marriage and birth certificates)
What score do I need for the skilled worker visa?
In order to meet the requirements of the Skilled Worker visa, you will need to score a minimum of 43 on your PTE Academic UKVI test. The best way to make sure you get the score you need is to prepare as thoroughly as possible for the test: It’s really important to get to know the test format very well before you sit PTE Academic UKVI.
The UKs Points-Based Immigration System Further Details - GOV.UK