Guide🌍Global·Migration & Visas·7 min read
Guide to the UK Skilled Worker Visa
The Certificate of Sponsorship, salary thresholds, and what actually goes into the online application.
Verified as of 19 July 2026
TL;DR
You need a UK employer with a sponsor licence, a job on the eligible occupation list, a salary at or above the going rate, and English-language evidence. You apply online, then attend biometrics.
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Certificate of Sponsorship\nYour employer issues a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) with a reference number. Without a valid CoS from a licensed sponsor, the visa cannot be granted.\n\n## Salary thresholds\nThere is a general minimum salary and a role-specific "going rate" — you must meet whichever is higher. The Home Office updates these figures periodically.
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