United Kingdom visa guidesWork visas
Skilled Worker visa
The main UK work visa. You need a job offer from a Home Office approved employer, a certificate of sponsorship and a salary that meets the minimum for your job.
Read the guideHealth and Care Worker visa
A cheaper work visa for qualified doctors, nurses, health professionals and adult social care professionals with a job offer from an approved UK employer.
Read the guideGlobal Talent visa
For leaders and potential leaders in academia or research, arts and culture, and digital technology. You apply through a listed prize or an endorsement.
Read the guideStudy visas
Graduate visa
Lets international students stay in the UK to work or look for work after finishing an eligible UK course. The length is changing for applications from 1 January 2027.
Read the guideStudent visa
For people aged 16 or over who have an offer from a licensed UK education provider. You must show you can pay for your course and support yourself.
Read the guideBusiness and investor visas
Official source
GOV.UK (UK Visas and Immigration). Always confirm the latest rules here before you apply.
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These guides are general information, not legal advice. Rules change, so confirm on the official website before you apply.