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Build your career in the United Kingdom

Most people moving to the UK for work need an employer that is a licensed sponsor. Whether a job can be sponsored depends on its occupation code and salary, not only on the job title. Use this page to see which paths match your work, then check live roles from licensed sponsors.

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At a glance

A clearer view of working in United Kingdom

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Employer data
Organisations on the the government register of licensed sponsors (workers).
Routes covered
Skilled Worker visa · Health and Care Worker visa · Seasonal Worker visa
Language
English
Last reviewed
Reviewed by HULA on 11 Oct 2026Sources checked 11 Oct 2026
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Professional and graduate roles

Many graduate-level roles can be sponsored if the employer is licensed and the occupation code and salary meet the rules. Check the exact code in the official eligible occupations list before applying.

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Healthcare

Doctors, nurses and many allied health roles can use the Health and Care Worker visa. Nurses need NMC registration. New overseas recruitment of care workers closed in July 2025, so we never show UK care worker roles as sponsorship opportunities.

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Skilled trades

Some trade and technical roles can still qualify, but rules for roles below degree level became much stricter in July 2025. Check whether your occupation code is on the current Temporary Shortage List.

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Frontline roles

Most entry-level roles such as retail, warehouse and general hospitality work are not eligible for Skilled Worker sponsorship.

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Seasonal work

Seasonal farm work is arranged through approved scheme operators, not by applying to individual farms.

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    Work routes

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    Skilled Worker visa

    Job offer needed

    For eligible occupations with a licensed sponsor.

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    Health and Care Worker visa

    Job offer needed

    A Skilled Worker option for eligible health roles such as doctors and nurses.

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    Seasonal Worker visa

    Job offer needed

    Run through approved scheme operators for horticulture and poultry work.

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    Employer research

    Choose where to apply with better evidence

    Organisations on the the government register of licensed sponsors (workers).

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    Your next steps

    Move forward, one stage at a time

    1

    Before a job offer

    • Find your occupation code and check it in the eligible occupations list
    • Confirm the employer is on the register of licensed sponsors
    • Prepare evidence of your English level
    • Update your CV to the UK style: two pages, no photo
    2

    After an offer

    • Check the occupation code and salary on your Certificate of Sponsorship
    • Apply online and book your identity appointment
    • Budget for the visa fee and the Immigration Health Surcharge
    3

    Preparing to move

    • Check whether you need a TB test for your nationality
    • Arrange your first weeks of accommodation
    • Apply for a National Insurance number and register with a GP

    Practical questions

    The questions people ask before applying

    Do I need to prove my English?+

    Yes. Skilled Worker applicants must show English at the required level, unless an exemption applies.

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    Can my family come with me?+

    Partners and children can usually apply as dependants. Check the current rules for your occupation.

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    What will it cost?+

    You pay a visa fee and usually the Immigration Health Surcharge. Use the official pages for current amounts.

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