Understanding UK Work Visas
Aside from needing a job offer, the UK has several kinds of work visas based on what employment type and your credentials as an applicant. Skilled Worker Visa: The most common work visa for foreign nationals, which enables them to work in a qualified role in the UK. If not then, there is also the Global Talent Visa and Temporary Worker Visa.
How to Apply for UK Work Visa from Pakistan
Identify the appropriate visa for which you are eligible
The first thing to do is decide on what visa you qualify for. The Skilled worker Visa is the most prevalent and you will be able to work in potential jobs. To qualify, you must:
- Received a job offer from a licensed UK employer.
- Salaried at least the minimum amount, which is about £25,600 and places between £10.10 an hour depending on the job
- Show some english language qualification.
Secure a Job Offer
In order to apply a for work visa, you need to have a valid job offer from the UK employer who has the sponsorship license. A Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) — a reference number required in order for you to apply for your visa, which is issued by the employer.
Gather some necessary documents
Make sure you have all the relevant documents before you apply:
A valid passport.
You obtain Certificate of Sponsorship from your employer in the UK.
Language test result (IELTS)
Evidence of enough money to support yourself in the UK (unless you will be supported by your employer).
Apply for the UK Work Visa
You can apply for work visas in the UK via an online application on the website of the UK Government. You will need to sign up, fill out the form and upload your documents. Other fees might include an application fee and a healthcare surcharge giving you leave to access the National Health Service (NHS) when in the UK.
Attend a Visa Interview (if Required in Your Country)
Sometimes, applicants will have to attend a visa interview or give biometric information (finger photographs) at a visa center in Pakistan.
Wait for a Decision
The represented uk authority will process your application after being submitted. It can take several weeks, but the average is around 8 weeks. They will inform you of their decision, and if they approve your application, Release your Visa to work in the UK.
Travel to the UK
Your visa application is then approved and you can enter the UK to begin your new work. Dependent on the type of visa you have, you will need to respect your visa such as working for the sponsor and its duration.
FAQS
It varies depending on the type of work and the work done. Normally, the minimum earning should be £25,600 per annum or £10.10 p/h
The time frame usually is around 8 weeks, but this may vary based on your case and the type of visa.
And yes, applicants are required to demonstrate their proficiency of English via an approved examination such as IELTS.
It is allowed – dependents like spouse & children can accompany you on a work visa but he or she has to apply separately.
Yes, but you have to notify the Home Office and your new employer has got to be a licensed sponsor.
Visa fees are dependent on the type of visa and the duration of stay, however you can expect to pay between £610-£1,408.
There is no such visa for short-term employment in the UK.
To work in the UK for a limited time, depending on the employment type you will have a Temporary Worker Visa.
Yes, you can apply for indefinite leave to remain (permanent residency) after five years of living and working in the UK on a Skilled Worker Visa.
No, you need a job offer from a UK licensed sponsor to apply for a work visa.
Technically age is not one of the requirements of a work visa but you still need to meet every other requirement in order for it to be issued including having employment secured with your sponsor.