Work Permit – Tier 2 Visa
The skilled worker category under Tier 2 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 via a Work permit. Without a secured job offer you will not be considered for a work permit. You will need to get a certificate of Sponsorship letter from your prospective employer before you can apply.
The work permit category under Tier 2 Visa is for foreign nationals who have a skilled job offer to fill a gap in the workforce that cannot be filled by a settled worker.
To qualify for a Tier 2 Visa, an applicant must have a valid job offer from a category in the Tier 2 shortage occupational list unless they are in one of the exempt categories.
Work Permit under Tier 2 – Before you apply you must have:
- a sponsor; and
- a valid certificate of sponsorship
When you apply, you are awarded points based on your:
- salary and allowances
- sponsorship
- English language skills; and available maintenance (funds)
