Moving to United Kingdom

The main UK work visa. Requires a job offer from a UK-licensed sponsor. Points-based system with mandatory and tradeable points.

For leaders and potential leaders in academia, research, arts, culture, and digital technology. No job offer needed.

For recent graduates from top global universities. No job offer needed. Work freely for 2-3 years.

Lower-cost variant of the Skilled Worker visa for qualified health professionals coming to work for the NHS, an NHS supplier, or in adult social care. Lower salary threshold than general Skilled Worker.

Post-study work visa allowing international graduates of UK universities to stay and work without sponsorship for 2 years (3 for PhD holders). No salary threshold. Cannot be extended; must switch to Skilled Worker before expiry.

For experienced entrepreneurs setting up an innovative business in the UK. Must have endorsement from an approved body.

Work-and-live visa for nationals aged 18-35 (Australians, Canadians, New Zealanders) or 18-30 (Japan, South Korea, India, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Iceland) from a defined list. Initial grant of 2 years; Australians, Canadians, and New Zealanders can extend once for a third year (since Jan 2024). No job offer or career plan required. Annual quota; ballot-allocated for some nationalities.