For highly skilled workers joining fast-growing UK businesses (scale-ups).
Estimated Cost
$3,791
Processing Time
~21 days
Validity
24 months
The Scale-up Worker visa allows skilled professionals to work for fast-growing UK businesses. After 6 months of sponsored employment, visa holders can change jobs or become self-employed without needing a new sponsor. Extensions are based on earnings, not sponsorship.
Average: 21 days
Path to Residency
Path to Citizenship
~6 years
Job offer from approved scale-up business (6+ months)*
Certificate of Sponsorship*
Job in eligible occupation*
Minimum salary (£36,300/year or going rate)*
English language proficiency (B1)*
Maintenance funds (£1,270)*
Valid passport*
| Fee | Amount | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Application fee | $1,131 | One-time |
| Immigration Health Surcharge (2yr) | $2,660 | One-time |
| Priority processing(optional) | $643 | One-time |
| Estimated Total | $3,791 |