Last updated 2026-07-23
Temporary work visa to United Kingdom for citizens of the Philippines
Tier 5 visa
Travel purpose:
Work
, diplomatic duties
, long stay
, other
Visa overview
Allows individuals to engage in short-term employment in the UK. They cover various categories, including creative, sporting, religious, charity, and government-authorized exchange programs. Applicants must have a job offer and Certificate of Sponsorship from a UK sponsor. These visas are not paths to permanent residency and are intended for specific, time-limited employment.
Visa validity period
from 3 months to 6 months
Consular fee
£340 (~$453)
Select the purpose of your visit
Government authorised exchange visa
Eligible individuals
Worker, employee
Visa validity period:
3 months
Duration of stay:
2 years
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
£340 (~$453)
Charity worker visa
Eligible individuals
Charity worker, volunteer
Visa validity period:
3 months
Duration of stay:
1 year
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
£340 (~$453)
Creative worker visa
Eligible individuals
Creative worker, artist, creator
Visa validity period:
3 months
Duration of stay:
1 year
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
£340 (~$453)
International agreement visa
Eligible individuals
Worker, employee of diplomat
Visa validity period:
3 months
Duration of stay:
2 years
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
£340 (~$453)
Seasonal worker visa
Eligible individuals
Seasonal worker, worker, unskilled worker
Visa validity period:
6 months
Duration of stay:
6 months
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
£340 (~$453)
Religious worker visa
Eligible individuals
Religious, religious worker, non-pastoral
Visa validity period:
3 months
Duration of stay:
2 years
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
£340 (~$453)