An employer-led or qualification-based work route.
Route overview
Typical timeline / duration: Work restricted to sponsored role with permitted supplementary work rules; settlement pathway possible after qualifying period if eligible.
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.