Needs approved employer, eligible occupation, and salary threshold; after 2026 changes, check current skill level, salary, and settlement timeline rules.
Route overview
Employer sponsorship + CoS
Typical timeline / duration: 1-3 months
Important notes
Allows someone to come to or stay in the UK to do an eligible job with an approved employer.
Requirements include approved sponsor, eligible job, Certificate of Sponsorship, salary and English language rules.
Minimum salary depends on occupation, route rules and tradeable points; must have licensed sponsor and CoS.