Health & Care Worker Visa UK
The UK Health and Care Worker Visa is a special category of the Skilled Worker Visa for qualified doctors, nurses, health professionals, and adult social care workers. It offers reduced fees, exemption from the Immigration Health Surcharge, and faster processing.
Check EligibilityNHS & Care
Work UK
Job Offer from NHS/Care
Step 1
Get CoS
Step 2
Apply Visa
Step 3
Start Caring
Goal
Health & Care Worker Highlights
IHS Exemption
Holders and their dependants are exempt from paying the Immigration Health Surcharge — a major cost saving.
Lower Salary Threshold
The salary threshold for Health & Care workers is lower than the standard Skilled Worker route, at £29,000+.
Priority Processing
Applications are prioritised, ensuring faster decisions for healthcare workers needed urgently by the NHS.
NHS & Private Sector
Work in NHS hospitals, GP surgeries, adult social care, or private healthcare providers with a sponsor licence.
Dependants Welcome
Bring your spouse, partner, and dependent children to the UK. They can also work and study.
Path to Settlement
After 5 years on the Health & Care Worker Visa, you can apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR).
Who Can Apply?
Eligible Occupations
Doctors, nurses, midwives, radiographers, social workers, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, care workers, and other healthcare professionals.
Licensed Sponsor Required
You must have a confirmed job offer from a UK employer with a Health & Care Worker Visa sponsor licence, with a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS).
Salary & English Requirements
Must meet the minimum salary threshold for your occupation and demonstrate English language proficiency.
Health & Care Visa FAQs
Details and common inquiries.
