Supplementary Employment For Skilled Workers – Know Your Options

If you're a Skilled Worker in the UK considering taking on additional paid work alongside your sponsored job, it's crucial to understand what's permitted under the latest immigration rules.

As of 22 July 2025, the rules on supplementary employment have been updated to clarify who is eligible and under what conditions you can legally take on extra work.

Here's what you need to know to stay compliant—and make the most of the opportunities available.

• You may work up to 20 hours per week in addition to your main job.
• The additional work must take place outside the hours you are contracted to work for your sponsoring employer.
• You must continue working in your main sponsored role as specified in your Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS).