Skilled Worker Visa overview Work · sub-routeSkilled Worker Visa
Skilled Worker Visa
New entrant rate
£33,400 floor · 70% of going rate · max 4 years
Application fee
£819
IHS (adult)
£1035/yr
Duration
Up to 4 years on this rate (then must move to standard)
To ILR
5 yrs
01 · Eligibility
Are you eligible for the new entrant rate route?
- Aged under 26 on application date, OR holding a current/recent Student or Graduate visa
- OR working toward a UK regulated profession qualification
02 · Watch out for
Key conditions
- !Maximum 4 years total on this rate including prior Graduate visa time.
- !Salary at least 70% of your job's going rate AND at least £33,400.
03 · Other sub-routes
Compare with other Skilled Worker Visa routes
Ready to apply on the new entrant rate route?
Use the official gov.uk application — free, no signup, no agents.