Process flow for obtaining a UK Skilled Worker Tier 2 visa
Job Offer from a UK Employer :
Secure a job offer from a UK employer with a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) for a skilled position that meets the requirements of the Tier 2 visa.
Sponsorship and CoS Issuance :
The UK employer must be a Home Office licensed sponsor and issue you a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) that contains information about the job offer.
Check Eligibility :
Ensure that you meet the eligibility criteria for the Tier 2 visa, including English language proficiency, maintenance funds, and the required skill level for the job.
Apply Online :
Submit an online application for the Tier 2 visa, providing all necessary information, supporting documents, and details of the job offer and CoS.
Biometric Appointment :
Attend a biometric appointment at a visa application center to provide your biometric information (fingerprints and photograph).
Pay Fees :
Pay the application fee and the healthcare surcharge as required for the Tier 2 visa application.
Processing Time :
Wait for your Tier 2 visa application to be processed by the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). Processing times can vary.
Decision on Application :
Receive a decision on your Tier 2 visa application. If approved, you will receive a vignette (entry clearance) in your passport.
Travel to the UK :
Travel to the UK within the validity period of your entry clearance vignette and collect your Biometric Residence Permit (BRP) after arriving in the UK.
Start Working :
Begin working for your sponsoring employer in the UK in the specified position and adhere to the conditions of your Tier 2 visa.
