Breaking Down the 2025 Skilled Worker Visa Changes: What Applicants Must Know

Описание: The Skilled Worker visa changes that took effect on 22 July 2025 have caused widespread confusion across social media—yet there is no need to panic. Yes, the rules have tightened, but many applicants remain protected, and several new adjustments may even benefit certain workers and employers. Understanding the actual impact is essential.

What Has Changed?

• Skill Level Raised to RQF Level 6:
New applicants now need job roles at graduate level. But if you are already in the UK under a Skilled Worker visa with a role below RQF 6, you remain protected under transitional arrangements, meaning you can extend and settle under your current conditions.

• Salary Thresholds Increased:
The new general salary requirement is £41,700.
For new entrants, the threshold is £33,400, and for PhD-level roles, £37,500.
These adjustments reflect the UK’s updated labour market standards.

• Temporary Shortage List (TSL):
Some roles previously at risk—often considered lower-skilled—are now protected until at least the end of 2026, giving industries time to adapt while keeping critical roles eligible.

Despite these changes, the core of the Skilled Worker route remains stable. Existing visa holders are secure under transitional rules, and new applicants still have clear—and achievable—pathways if supported by the right evidence and a compliant employer.

If you're unsure how these changes affect your visa plans, sponsorship, extension, or eligibility, expert guidance can provide clarity and protect your immigration future.

Hassan Chishty
Immigration Lawyer
Chishty UK Immigration Law & Visa Advisor
Email: [email protected]
Address: 1 Turner Road, Atif Centre, High Court, Lahore
WhatsApp: +92 320 6258495

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