Salary Threshold IncreasedUK raised the general Skilled Worker salary threshold to £38,700 in 2024. Some shortage occupations and new entrants have lower thresholds (£30,960).
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Immigration Health SurchargeIHS is £1,035/year per person. A 3-year visa = £3,105 IHS on top of visa fee. Budget for this.
◆ Why Skilled Worker Visa is your best path
✓Fast processing — as quick as 3 weeks
✓Indians are #1 recipient of UK Skilled Worker visas
✓Path to settlement (ILR) in 5 years
✓Salary threshold: £38,700 (lower for shortage occupations)
Visa Options — Ranked by Eligibility
We evaluated 3 visa pathways based on your profile
92%FIT
Skilled Worker Visa
Fit Score: 92% · Temporary → ILR in 5 years · 3–8 weeks · £719–£1,420 + IHS
BEST MATCH▾
UK's main work visa. Employer must be a licensed sponsor.
Advantages
✓ Fast processing
✓ Path to settlement
✓ Bring dependents
✓ Switch employers allowed
Challenges
! £38,700 salary threshold
! IHS adds significant cost
! Employer must be sponsor
72%FIT
Global Talent Visa
Fit Score: 72% · Temporary → ILR in 3 years · 4–8 weeks · £716
Issued by sponsor employer — contains CoS reference number
Employer arranges
IELTS for UKVI (or equivalent)REQUIRED
B1 minimum (IELTS 4.0). Many roles require higher.
2–4 weeks
Financial proofREQUIRED
£1,270 in bank for 28 consecutive days (unless employer certifies)
Ongoing
TB test certificateREQUIRED
India requires TB screening. IOM-approved clinic.
1 week
Criminal record (ACRO)IF APPLICABLE
May be requested for certain roles
2–4 weeks
Immigration Health SurchargeREQUIRED
£1,035/year. Paid upfront with application.
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Your Timeline
Total: 3–8 weeks
⚠Start now to be competitive — policies change fast
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Get SponsoredYOU ARE HERE
1–4 months▾
1. Find licensed sponsor employer
2. Interview and accept offer
3. Employer issues CoS
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Apply Online
1–2 days▾
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Biometrics
1–2 weeks▾
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Processing
3–8 weeks▾
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Arrive in UK
First 10 days▾
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Disclaimer: VisaBoard.ai provides immigration information, not legal advice. This roadmap is AI-generated based on publicly available data. VisaBoard.ai is not a law firm. Immigration laws change — verify with official government sources. For complex cases, consult a licensed immigration consultant or attorney. Your visa options, in plain English. Last updated: March 2026.