Work in the UK – Skilled Worker Visa and Other Routes

If you have a job offer from a UK employer, our team can make sure that you and your employer meet the Home Office sponsorship and salary requirements. We guide you through every stage of the Skilled Worker visa process, prepare a strong application, and advise you on alternative immigration routes where appropriate.

Why choose Accordia LLP?

Secure your future career in the UK — schedule your free Skilled Worker visa consultation now.

FAQ

Do I need a sponsoring employer?


Yes. You must be sponsored by a UK employer that holds a valid Home Office sponsor licence.

What is the minimum salary?


For most roles, at least £41,700 per year or the “going rate” for your job. Some health and care roles, or jobs on the shortage list, have lower thresholds.

Can I apply for permanent residence later?


Yes. After five years on a Skilled Worker visa, you can normally apply for settlement if you still meet the requirements.

Join Your Partner or Family

Reuniting with your loved ones should not feel overwhelming. Our legal team can guide you and your family step by step through the Home Office requirements on income, accommodation, and English language. We prepare a strong application so you can focus on what matters most — being together.

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FAQ

What is the minimum income I need to sponsor my partner?


From April 2024, the minimum is £29,000 per year for new applicants. If you are sponsoring children, additional income requirements apply. Extensions under the pre-April 2024 rules follow the previous thresholds.

Do I always need an English test?


Most applicants must pass a basic English test, unless exempt because of age, disability, or nationality.

How long does the visa last?


The visa is usually granted for two years and six months, renewable. After five years, you may be eligible to apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR).

Take the first step to reunite with your loved ones — book your free family visa consultation today.

Settle Permanently in the UK Indefinite Leave to Remain

Indefinite Leave to Remain gives you the right to live in the UK without time restrictions. At Accordia LLP, we help you confirm your eligibility, check your qualifying residence period, calculate absences, and prepare a strong application. We also guide you through the required tests so you can secure your long-term future in the UK with confidence.

Ready to make the UK your permanent home? Book your free ILR consultation today.

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FAQ

When can I apply for ILR?


Most applicants qualify after five years in the UK on an eligible visa route.. In some cases, it may be ten years of continuous residence.

Do I need to pass any tests?

Yes.. Most applicants aged 18–64 must:

  • Pass the Life in the UK test, and
  • Prove English language ability at B1 level or higher.

Can time outside the UK affect my application?


Yes. More than 180 days outside the UK in any 12-month period usually breaks continuous residence.

Asylum and Protection

Contact us for a confidential consultation about your asylum claim.

FAQ

How do I apply for asylum in the UK?


From April 2024, the minimum is £29,000 per year for new applicants. If you are sponsoring children, additional income requirements apply. Extensions under the pre-April 2024 rules follow the previous thresholds.

Can I work while waiting for a decision?


Normally, no. You may request permission after 12 months of waiting. If granted, you can only work in jobs listed on the Immigration Salary List (ISL).

What happens if my claim is refused?


Many applicants have the right to appeal. The time limit is usually 14 days if you are in the UK, or 28 days if you are outside the UK.

If you fear persecution in your home country, the UK asylum process may offer you safety and stability. At Accordia LLP, we guide you through the process with clarity and care — from your first screening interview to a decision or appeal. Our aim is to make sure you understand every step so you can focus on rebuilding your life..

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Become a British Citizen – Naturalisation

Becoming a citizen is a proud milestone and the final step in your immigration journey. At Accordia LLP, we help you check your eligibility, prepare your application with care, and guide you through the Life in the UK test and citizenship ceremony – so you can feel confident every step of the way.

Why choose Accordia LLP?

Take the final step towards becoming British — book your free naturalisation consultation with a lawyer today.

FAQ

When can I apply for naturalisation?

• If you are not married to a British citizen: after 5 years’ residence in the UK and at least 12 months holding ILR.
• If you are married to (or in a civil partnership with) a British citizen: after 3 years’ residence in the UK, and you can apply as soon as you obtain ILR (no 12-month waiting period).

Do I need to pass any tests?

Yes. You need to show knowledge of English and pass the Life in the UK test, unless you are exempt.

Will I have to attend a ceremony?

Yes. If successful, you attend a ceremony to receive your certificate of citizenship.

Investing in the UK

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FAQ

Can I still get a UK visa just by investing money or property?

No. The Tier 1 Investor visa was permanently closed in 2022. There is no route for passive investment.

What is the Innovator Founder visa?

It is for entrepreneurs with innovative business ideas endorsed by an approved body. It provides an initial 3-year visa, with a route to settlement if the business meets growth and success criteria.

Is there an alternative if my business is not highly innovative?

Yes. Depending on your plans, you may set up a UK company and apply for a Sponsor Licence. This would allow you to transfer yourself or other key staff under the Skilled Worker visa system.

How do I know which option is best for me?

It depends on your business model, funding, and goals. We review your situation and recommend the best pathway to establish or expand in the UK.

Explore your UK business options — book your free investment and business immigration consultation today.

The UK closed its Investor visa in 2022, so there is no longer a passive investment route based on property or government bonds. Today, entrepreneurs and investors can explore other options depending on their business plans. The main route is the Innovator Founder visa, designed for people with innovative and scalable business ideas endorsed by an official endorsing body.
For some businesses, setting up a UK company and applying for a Sponsor Licence may provide a practical alternative. This allows the business to transfer key staff or recruit international talent under the Skilled Worker route. We assess your objectives and guide you to the most suitable pathway, whether that is Innovator Founder or a company formation plus Sponsor Licence strategy.

 

Check My Application – Document Review

More often than not, the difference between a successful and a refused application lies in the details. Having an experienced lawyer review your documents can make all the difference. Our review service puts your application in the hands of a qualified professional who will carefully check your forms, documents, and evidence so you can submit with the confidence that everything is in order.

Put your application in expert hands - contact us today to request your document review.

Why choose Accordia LLP?

FAQ

What can you help me review?

Our specialist team will check your forms, documents, and evidence against the latest Home Office requirements and applicable regulations.

Do you submit the application for me?

No. After reviewing your documentation, we will provide a report with observations wand suggested improvements. You then submit the application yourself once the changes have been made.

Challenging a Decision – UK Appeals

Don’t give up after a refusal — book a consultation with a lawyer to explore your appeal options today.

FAQ

Do all refusals give me a right of appeal?

No. Only certain categories, such as asylum, family, or human-rights cases, carry a full appeal right. Other refusals may be challenged by administrative review or judicial review.

What are the appeal deadlines?

Usually 14 days if you are inside the UK, or 28 days if you are outside.

A refusal does not always mean the end of your case. At Accordia LLP, we assess whether you have a right of appeal, explain your options clearly, and connect you with trusted advocates to represent you if needed. We stay by your side throughout the process.

Why choose Accordia LLP?