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Skilled Worker Visa
The British immigration system is receiving a major shake-up which will spell significant changes to the different routes available for applicants and the requirements specified under each. This came into effect on 1st January 2021. This new system has as its aim to treat EU and Non-EU citizens, students and workers, equally regarding the requirements that they will be required to meet. All applicants must meet a minimum of 70 points in order to be successful under this route. The table detailed below shows how these points can be met:
Characteristics
Tradable
Amount of Points
Offer of a job from an approved sponsor
No
20
Job at appropriate skill level
No
20
Speaks English language requirement
No
10
Salary of £20,480 (minimum) – £23,039
Yes
0
Salary of £23,040 – £25,599
Yes
10
Salary of £25,600 or above
Yes
20
Job in shortage occupation
Yes
20
Education qualification: PHD in subject relevant to job
Yes
10
Education qualification: PHD in a STEM subject relevant to job
As specified in the paper presented to parliament on 13th July 2020, this new system is to introduce the following visa categories:
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The specifics under each of the routes is still forthcoming from the government, however, our dedicated team of legal professionals will ensure that we are kept informed in any development of this area to ensure the best chances of success for our clients.
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We have achieved numerous successes for our clients as evidenced through our client testimonies.
Our experienced team will ensure that you are comprehensively advised on what is the best route for you to achieve you goal.
To ensure that your application stands the best chance of success, please visit either of our London offices and speak to a skilled worker visa solicitor our team.
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