In this post, we collected some faq’s that explains how you can go or stay in the skilled worker category (Tier 2 General) under points-based system to work in the United Kingdom.
What is the skilled worker category?
The skilled worker category (Tier 2 General) is for people coming to the United Kingdom with a skilled job offer to fill a gap in the workforce that cannot be filled by a settled worker.
Who can apply as a skilled worker?
Before you apply under the skilled worker category (Tier 2 General), you must have:
- a sponsor; and
- a valid certificate of sponsorship.
When you apply you are awarded points based on your:
- qualifications;
- future expected earnings;
- sponsorship;
- English language skills; and
- available maintenance (funds).
You can apply under the skilled worker category (Tier 2 General) now if you are:
- applying for permission to enter the United Kingdom (known as ‘entry clearance’) under the sponsored skilled worker category (Tier 2 General) (see initial applications);
- in the United Kingdom with permission to stay (known as ‘leave to remain’) in an immigration category that allows you to switch into the sponsored skilled worker category (Tier 2 General)(see how to switch in to the skilled worker category);
- already in the United Kingdom as a sponsored skilled worker (Tier 2 General) and want to extend your permission to stay within your existing category (see extending your stay).
How long can you stay for?
If you are applying from outside the United Kingdom and you are given permission to come as a skilled worker (Tier 2 General), you will be able to live and work here for a maximum of three years plus one month, or the time given in your certificate of sponsorship plus one month, whichever is shorter.
If you are already inside the United Kingdom in a different category, you may be able to apply to switch into the category of skilled worker (Tier 2 General). If we approve your application you will be able to live and work here for a maximum of three years, or the time given in your certificate of sponsorship plus 14 days, whichever is shorter.
At the end of the three years, you will need to apply to extend your stay as a skilled worker (Tier 2 General) if you want to stay. See extending your stay for more information. If you are given permission to extend your stay as a skilled worker, you will get another two years, or the time given in your certificate of sponsorship plus 14 days, whichever is shorter.
How do i know if i qualify for a TIER 2 (MINISTER OF RELIGION) Spnosored worker visa to the UK?
By completing the Free Eligibility Assessment you will have a better understanding of your eligibility to apply for a Tier 2 (Minister of Religion) Sponsored Worker visa.
