Work — Informational Verified 2026-04-19UK Work Visa (Skilled Worker / Health & Care Worker / Global Talent) — Informational
Informational overview of UK work visa routes. Requires UK employer sponsorship + Certificate of Sponsorship. SureshotVisa does not process work visas — refer to OISC consultants.
No visa is ever guaranteed — the final decision always rests with the United Kingdom visa authority. We make sure your file is presented at its strongest.
SureshotVisa does not process UK work visas. These require ongoing engagement with UK employers' HR/legal teams, CoS management, SoC code assessment, and salary threshold compliance. Please consult an OISC-registered UK immigration advisor or your UK sponsor's legal team.
Processing
Variable — priority options available
Stay Duration
Skilled Worker: up to 5 years; other routes vary
Starting Fee
£827 – £1,519
Apply At
12 VFS centres
Who Can Apply
- Skilled Worker: job offer from licensed UK sponsor at required skill level + salary
- Health & Care Worker: NHS / adult social care roles
- Global Talent: exceptional talent in research, tech, arts
- Innovator Founder: running a UK-based innovative business
What it costs
Government & VFS fees
Paid directly to United Kingdom / VFS — these are not our service fee, and we never mark them up.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Skilled Worker (up to 3 years) | £827 – £1,519 |
| Health & Care Worker | £304 – £551 |
| Global Talent | £766 |
| Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) | £1,035/year |
Employer typically pays the Skill Charge levy (£1,000/year of sponsorship). Very complex fee structure — consult your UK sponsor's HR.
What to gather
Documents required
Having a document isn't the same as presenting it right — that's the part we handle.
Overview — for informational reference only
6 items- Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) from licensed UK sponsorRequired
- English proficiency evidenceRequired
- Funds evidence (unless sponsor certifies maintenance)Required
- Academic / professional qualificationsRequired
- TB test certificateRequired
- Criminal record certificate (for certain roles)
Required · optional / if applicable
The journey.
4 steps from intake to approval. Curved spine on the right shows the natural pace — never as linear as government sites pretend.
- 01
Receive Certificate of Sponsorship from UK employer
Your UK employer must be a licensed Skilled Worker sponsor.
- 02
Apply online at GOV.UK + pay IHS
Visa fee varies by route; IHS £1,035/year.
- 03
Biometrics at VFS Global India
Book nearest centre.
- 04
Decision + digital eVisa
Variable processing; priority options available.
Download official forms
Official forms are hosted by VFS Global — we don't host third-party forms ourselves, so you always get the latest version.
How to download from VFS:
- Click the form name below — opens the official VFS Global page for United Kingdom
- Select the visa category you're applying for (e.g. Tourist, Business, Student)
- Scroll down to the "Download Form" section at the bottom
- Click the PDF icon next to the form name → saves to your device
GOV.UK — Standard Visitor Visa Application
Primary online application portal for UK visit visas. Complete the online form, pay, book biometrics at VFS.
UKVI — Check if you need a UK visa
Interactive tool — tells you which UK visa category fits your purpose and nationality.
VFS Global UK India
Where Indian applicants book biometrics appointments, pay VFS service fee, and receive their decision.
UK TB Test Clinics (IOM-approved)
If visiting for 6+ months, TB test at an IOM-approved clinic is mandatory before applying.
VFS application centres
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Questions, answered straight
UK work visas require close coordination with the UK sponsor's HR/legal team — SoC code verification, salary threshold, sponsor licence compliance. OISC-registered UK immigration advisors and the sponsor's legal team are better placed.
Yes — Skilled Worker visa leads to Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 years continuous residence.
Yes. Job offer from licensed sponsor (20 pts), appropriate skill level (20), appropriate salary (20) = mandatory 60 + tradeable points for higher education, shortage occupation, etc.
We specialise in short-stay visit visas (tourist, business, medical, academic) for Indian applicants — the bulk of UK visa applications from India. UK work visas (Skilled Worker, Health & Care Worker, Global Talent, etc.) and settlement pathways require OISC-registered UK immigration advisors who specialise in those sponsor-based and points-based categories.
Still have a question about your case? Ask us directly — we usually reply in 5 minutes.
This page is for information only
SureshotVisa does not process this visa category. For other United Kingdom visa types we can help with — Tourist, Visitor, Business, Student, or Family Reunification — see the related visa types below.
Other United Kingdom Visa Types
UK Tourist Visa (Standard Visitor — Tourism)
Short-stay visa for Indian citizens visiting the UK for tourism, holidays, or to see family and friends. Usually up to 6 months. £135.
View guideUK Business Visa (Standard Visitor — Business)
Short-stay visa for Indian professionals visiting the UK for meetings, conferences, negotiations, trade fairs, or site visits. £135 for up to 6 months.
View guideUK Short-Term Study Visa (Visit to Study up to 6 months)
For Indian students taking a course up to 6 months at an accredited UK institution. Includes English language courses, short research, and PLAB/OSCE test visits. £135 Standard Visitor OR £200 Short-term English 6–11 months.
View guideUK Academic Visa (Standard Visitor — Academic up to 12 months)
For Indian scientists, researchers, senior doctors/dentists, and academics visiting the UK for research, formal exchanges, or short teaching. Up to 12 months. £234.
View guideUK Medical Treatment Visa (Standard Visitor — Medical up to 11 months)
For Indian patients visiting the UK for private medical treatment, NHS treatment under reciprocal agreements, or organ donation. £234 for up to 11 months. Extendable in-country.
View guideUK Marriage Visitor Visa (Up to 6 months)
For Indian citizens visiting the UK to marry or register a civil partnership within 6 months. Does NOT allow staying in the UK after the ceremony — spouse visa is separate. £135.
View guideUK Transit Visa (Visitor in Transit / Direct Airside Transit)
For Indian travellers passing through the UK to a third country. DATV (£35) for airside-only transit; Visitor in Transit (£74.50) if you need to leave the airport for up to 48 hours.
View guideUK Student Visa (Long-term — Licensed Sponsors) — Informational
For full-time study on courses longer than 6 months at UK licensed sponsors (universities, recognised colleges). £524 offshore + IHS (£776/year) + living costs evidence. Complex — requires specialist guidance.
View guideSource & Disclaimer
Data on this page is sourced from the official VFS Global United Kingdom website and Embassy of United Kingdom. Last verified 2026-04-19. Always verify with the official embassy before applying — fees and requirements change without notice.