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Last updated 10 September 2026, 00:00 (UTC+0)

Skilled worker visa in United Kingdom for Kazakhstani citizens

Skilled worker visa — what you need to know

Allows skilled professionals to work in the UK under a sponsoring employer in a qualified role, with potential for long-term residency. For sponsorship via the Skilled Worker route, the job generally needs to be rated at RQF level 6, roughly equivalent to a bachelor's degree level.

Eligible individuals:

  • Worker
  • Employee
  • Qualified professional

How does this visa work?

The duration of stay on this visa will depend on the individual and professional circumstances of the applicant and his employer. The visa may be valid for a period of up to three years or more. Subsequently, if the initial residence permit has been used in full compliance with the rules and the applicant continues to meet the requirements of their status, they may request an extension of their stay in the UK. The validity period of a visa determines its cost.

up to 3 years

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Don’t postpone the application

The visa is processed 21 days. Many people contact us 3–5 days before their trip, so start the process in advance

more than 3 years

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Don’t postpone the application

The visa is processed 21 days. Many people contact us 3–5 days before their trip, so start the process in advance

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How can you prove the basis for the visa?

They clarify the purpose of the visit and future activities in the country

What must be prepared?

Basic package — always required, regardless of the application conditions

What additional documents may be required?

Documents required vary depending on individual circumstances, specific visa conditions, the place, and the method of application.

*Foreign official documents must be apostilled and legalized in accordance with the regulations of the country whose consular or diplomatic mission they are being submitted to. Additionally, they must be accompanied by a certified translation into the official language of that country or into English, unless otherwise specified by the mission's requirements.

**Prior to submitting the documents, it is strongly advised to verify the specific procedures and requirements with the relevant mission.

Are you eligible for this visa?

  • Clear purposes of the visit and documents confirming them, in accordance with the visa conditions.

  • Sufficient means to support oneself and their dependents for the duration of their stay in the country.

  • The applicant does not pose a threat to public order, internal security, public health or international relations of the country.

  • Insurance policy for the entire period of stay, meeting the minimum mandatory or recommended requirements for the country.

Official visa information

English international

Type of visa

Work visa

Category

Popular work visas