UK Health and Care Worker Visa

Legal Wings Migration provides comprehensive assistance for individuals seeking to live and work in the UK under the Health and Care Worker Visa. This visa is specifically designed for healthcare professionals, offering a streamlined process and numerous benefits, including a pathway to Permanent Residence (Indefinite Leave to Remain – ILR).

Overview of the Health and Care Worker Visa

The Health and Care Worker Visa allows qualified healthcare professionals to work in the UK’s National Health Service (NHS), NHS suppliers, or adult social care. This visa is part of the UK’s effort to attract skilled healthcare workers to fill critical roles in the healthcare sector.

Eligible Professions

• Doctors
• Nurses
• Paramedics
• Health and care assistants
• Social workers
• Care workers and home carers
• Other allied healthcare professionals

Eligibility Requirements

Legal Wings Migration ensures you meet all requirements for the Health and Care Worker Visa, including:

1. Job Offer from a Licensed Sponsor

• A job offer from an employer approved by the Home Office, such as the NHS or an adult social care provider.
• The employer must issue a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS).

2. Salary Threshold

• £20,960 per year or £10.75 per hour (or £16,900 for certain shortage occupations).

3. English Language Proficiency

• Demonstrate a B1 level of English proficiency through an approved test or qualification.

4. Financial Requirements

• Personal savings of £1,270 unless your sponsor certifies maintenance.

Application Process

Legal Wings Migration will guide you through the application process:

1. Job Offer and Sponsorship
   Secure a job offer and CoS from a licensed UK healthcare employer.

2. Online Visa Application
   Complete the online application for the Health and Care Worker Visa.

3. Biometric Appointment
   Attend a biometric appointment to submit fingerprints, photographs, and documents.

4. Visa Decision
   Visa decisions are typically made within 3 weeks for applications submitted outside the UK.

Benefits of the Health and Care Worker Visa

Legal Wings Migration highlights the unique benefits of this visa:

• Fast-track visa processing and reduced fees compared to other work visas.
• No Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) – saving significant costs.
• Ability to bring family members (spouse/partner and children) to the UK.
• Access to the UK’s National Health Service (NHS).
• A clear pathway to Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 years.

Pathway to Permanent Residence (ILR)

After 5 years on the Health and Care Worker Visa, you may apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR).

ILR Eligibility Requirements

• Continuous residence in the UK for 5 years.
• No absences exceeding 180 days in any 12-month period.
• Continued employment in the healthcare sector.
• Pass the Life in the UK Test and meet the English language requirement.

Benefits of ILR

• Permanent right to live and work in the UK.
• Access to public funds and social benefits.
• Eligibility to apply for British citizenship after holding ILR for 1 year.

Why Choose Legal Wings Migration?

Legal Wings Migration offers:

• Personalized support throughout the visa application process.
• Expert advice on meeting eligibility and securing a job offer in the healthcare sector.
• Comprehensive guidance on transitioning to Permanent Residence (ILR) and British citizenship.

Start Your UK Healthcare Journey Today

Contact Legal Wings Migration to begin your application for the Health and Care Worker Visa. Let us help you take the first step toward a fulfilling career and a stable future in the UK.