Skilled Worker & Work Routes

Advice on SOC codes, salary thresholds, CoS, dependants and switching from study.

Skilled Worker and Work Visa Applications

We match the role to the correct SOC code, check the salary rules, prepare supporting evidence and manage the timeline from CoS to visa decision.

New protection for exploited Skilled Workers from 8 October 2026

Skilled Workers confirmed as victims of modern slavery (a positive Conclusive Grounds decision) can have their conditions changed to work for any employer, be self-employed or volunteer, so they no longer have to stay with an exploitative sponsor. Read our HC 584 guide.

What We Help With

Certificate of Sponsorship Checks

Role description, duties match, start dates, restricted timings and genuineness considerations.

Salary & SOC Code Alignment

Going rates, tradable points, shortage roles, new entrant rules, uplifts.

Dependants & Switching from Study

BRP/eVisa nuances, Graduate route timing, eligibility and documents for family.

Visa Extensions & Compliance

Condition changes, role updates, reporting obligations, renewals.

Global Talent Visa

Endorsement evidence and prize route applications for leaders in research, the arts and digital technology. Learn more

SOC Code Helper (Skilled Worker)

A CSV template and checklist to match a role to the correct SOC code and check the “going rate” rules.

Check codes, salary thresholds and tradable points against the latest Home Office and SOC guidance before you submit. The CSV has placeholders for going rate figures and flags (shortage list, new entrant, etc.) that you fill in from the official tables.

  • Start with the closest occupation title, then confirm the correct SOC code.
  • Check salary requirements (general threshold vs. occupation “going rate”).
  • Record notes for evidence (contracts, job descriptions, HR letters).

Disclaimer: This helper is for planning only. The rules change, so check the current guidance before you file.

How Our Solicitors Help

Role Mapping

We check the job duties fit the correct SOC code and salary banding.

Timeline Control

From CoS assignment through visa submission and decision planning.

Compliance Support

Guidance on conditions, reporting and record-keeping so you stay compliant.

FAQs

Can I Switch from Student or Graduate Route?

Often yes, depending on timing and eligibility. We'll confirm whether you can switch and what evidence you need.

What If The Role Changes?

Some changes require reporting or a new application. Get advice before proceeding.

Need Help with A Skilled Worker or Work Route?

We check the SOC code, salary and documents before you apply.