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Temporary Worker Visa Application

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What is the Temporary Worker Visa?

The UK Temporary Worker Visa allows overseas nationals to work in the UK for a limited period, ranging from 6 months to 2 years, depending on the visa category. It is ideal for individuals coming to the UK for seasonal work, charity work, religious roles, creative projects, or through authorised exchange programmes.

Key Points:

Duration: 6 months to 2 years depending on visa type.

Covers work, training, voluntary work, and exchange programmes.

Allows bringing eligible dependents.

Cannot be used for permanent employment or public funds access.

The UK has six different temporary worker visa types, each designed for very specific short-term jobs from farming to filmmaking.

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    What You Can and Cannot Do on a Temporary Worker Visa

    This visa provides flexibility for work and limited study options but restricts permanent settlement and public funds access.

    Key Points:

    Permitted: Work for licensed sponsors, voluntary work, study, attend training, conferences, or do a second job (up to 20 hours/week).

    Not Permitted: Access to public funds, self-employment, permanent jobs, or switching to settlement visas directly.

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    Types of Temporary Worker Visas

    There are seven main categories under the Temporary Worker Visa route, each tailored for specific roles and circumstances.

    Key Points:

    Creative Worker Visa – for creative professionals with a licensed sponsor.

    Government Authorised Exchange Visa – for training, research, language programmes, or fellowships.

    International Agreement Worker Visa – for work covered by international law or agreements.

    Religious Worker Visa – for religious roles with or without pastoral duties.

    Charity Worker Visa – for unpaid voluntary work for UK-registered charities.

    Seasonal Worker Visa – for agricultural and farm work (up to 6 months).

    Youth Mobility Scheme Visa – for young people from certain countries to experience life in the UK.

    Eligibility Requirements for Temporary Worker Visas

    Applicants must have a valid job offer or sponsorship, sufficient funds, and meet category-specific requirements.

    Key Points:

    Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) from a licensed UK sponsor required.

    Minimum £1,270 savings for 28 consecutive days within the last 31 days.

    Youth Mobility Scheme applicants may apply without a job offer.

    Must meet any additional category-specific criteria (e.g., age, training programme approval).

    Application Process for Temporary Worker Visa

    Applications are made online through the UK Government website. Supporting documents and biometric information are required as part of the process.

    Key Points:

    Apply online at gov.uk for the correct visa category.

    Provide CoS reference number, passport, and financial evidence.

    Tuberculosis test required for applicants from certain countries.

    Biometrics (photo and fingerprints) taken at a visa centre or via the UK Immigration app.

    Pay visa application fees and Immigration Health Surcharge if applicable.

    Fees and Processing Times

    Visa fees vary based on category and duration. Additional fees apply for healthcare and priority services.

    Key Points:

    Visa fee: From £259 to £298 depending on visa type.

    Immigration Health Surcharge: £1,035 per adult per year; £776 per child.

    Standard processing: 3 weeks outside the UK; 8 weeks inside the UK.

    Priority services available: 5-day (£500) and next-day (£1,000) options.

    Bringing Family Members to the UK

    Most Temporary Worker Visa categories allow dependents to join applicants, provided financial and relationship requirements are met.

    Key Points:

    Dependents include spouses, partners, and children under 18.

    Proof of relationship and maintenance funds required.

    Separate dependent visa applications must be submitted.

    Contact our team today to discuss your situation in confidence.

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