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ARTICLE · 22 MARCH 2023

Skilled Worker Visa Salary Rates Set To Increase

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Those in the UK under the Skilled Worker route, or looking to apply in this route, may be happy to know that the general salary thresholds for the route are to increase from 12 April 2023.

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Georgina Griggs
Georgina Griggs

Those in the UK under the Skilled Worker route, or looking to apply in this route, may be happy to know that the general salary thresholds for the route are to increase from 12 April 2023. This is likely due to the fact that wages are rising, as is the national minimum wage (from £9.50 to £10.42 in April 2023). However, it is yet to be seen whether these increases make sponsoring workers in this route less attractive for employers.

The Statement of Changes (HC1160), published on 09 March 2023, sets out that from 12 April 2023, these rates are to change. This blog will set out these upcoming changes.

What are the changes to the general salary thresholds?

There are a number of 'tradable points' options set out in the Immigration Rules. The particular tradable points an applicant intends to rely upon will determine the relevant rate of pay. For each option, an applicant must be paid the highest of the following:

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