Health And Care Worker Visa UK
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- Written by: Wembley Solicitors
Overseas medical professionals can apply for a Health and Care Worker visa to come to or stay in the UK to do an eligible job with the NHS or an NHS supplier.
It is important to note that the Health and Care Worker visa is a separate category from the Skilled Worker visa and has its own requirements and benefits tailored to healthcare professionals.
Whether you want to apply, switch, or extend your Health and Care Worker visa, our immigration solicitors in London can provide the legal assistance you need. Speak to an immigration lawyer at 0203 417 3700 for confidential immigration advice.
Page Contents
- What is a Health and Care Worker visa?
- Common types of health and care worker visa applications
- Who is eligible for a Health and Care Worker visa?
- What documents are required for a Health and Care Worker visa?
- UK Health and Care Worker visa processing time
- Immigration solicitors for Health and Care Worker visa application
- Book a consultation with a health and car worker visa solicitor
- How much does a health and care worker visa solicitor cost?
- Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Need legal advice & assistance?
What is a Health and Care Worker visa?
The Health and Care Worker visa is a type of UK work visa specifically designed for healthcare professionals who want to work in the United Kingdom with the NHS, an NHS supplier or in adult social care. It was introduced by the UK government to attract skilled and qualified healthcare workers from around the world.
The Health and Care Worker Visa allows individuals to live and work in the UK for a period of up to five years. After residing in the UK for the required period and meeting certain criteria, visa holders may be eligible to apply for settlement (also known as indefinite leave to remain) in the UK.
Common types of health and care worker visa applications
As a specialist team of UK immigration solicitors in London, we deal with all types of Health and Care Worker visa applications.
There are several types of UK Health and Worker visa applications, including:
Who is eligible for a Health and Care Worker visa?
To be eligible to apply for a UK Health and Care Worker visa, you must be a qualified doctor, nurse, health professional or adult social care professional and must meet the following requirements:
- Job offer: You must have a job offer from an approved UK employer in the health or social care sector.
- Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS): Your employer must provide you with a Certificate of Sponsorship.
- Appropriate skill level: You need to meet the skill and qualification criteria for your chosen healthcare occupation.
- English language proficiency: You must demonstrate your English language skills by passing an approved English language test or having obtained a degree taught in English.
- Maintenance funds: You must have enough funds to support yourself without relying on public funds. The specific amount required may vary depending on your circumstances.
You must meet all other eligibility requirements depending on your personal circumstances.
English language requirement for Health and Care Worker visa
The Health and Care Worker visa applicants must prove that they can read, write, speak, and understand English to at least level B1 on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) scale to earn mandatory 10 points.
What documents are required for a Health and Care Worker visa?
When you apply for a UK Health and Care Worker visa, you’ll need to provide the following documents in support of your work visa application:
- Your valid current passport or other travel document confirming your id and nationality.
- Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) reference number (ask your employer)
- The name of the employer and their sponsorship licence number
- Proof of knowledge of English
- Your job title and annual salary
- Your job’s occupation code
You may need to provide additional supporting documents depending on your circumstances.
UK Health and Care Worker visa processing time
Once you’ve applied for a Health and Care Worker visa online from outside the UK, proved your identity and provided all the documents, you’ll usually get a decision within 3 weeks.
Visa application using super priority service
You may be eligible to apply for a visa using the "Super Priority Service" to get a faster decision by the end of the next working day (within 24 hours). You'll need to pay the "Super Priority Service" fee in addition to the visa application fee.
Visa application using priority service
You can choose the "Priority Service" when you apply for a visa to get a faster decision within 5 working days. You'll need to pay the "Priority Service" fee in addition to the visa application fee.
Immigration solicitors for Health and Care Worker visa application
Our expert team of UK immigration solicitors and lawyers will be able to assist you with any type of UK Health and Care Worker visa application.
Immigration solicitors at Wembley Solicitors will:
- Provide detailed immigration advice.
- Assess your circumstances and eligibility for a UK visa application.
- Explain the entire UK visa application process.
- Give you a completed checklist of documents according to the type of visa application and your circumstances.
- Check all the supporting documents to ensure that they are sufficient and in the correct format.
- Fill out the complete application form and prepare detailed representations/cover letter for the Home Office UKVI about the Immigration Rules.
- Book an appointment for you to enrol your biometrics.
- Upload all the supporting documents.
- Liaise with the Home Office UKVI throughout the process until we receive the decision.
- Keep you updated with every stage of your visa or immigration application.
Contact our immigration solicitors in Wembley, London on 020 3417 3700 or fill in the enquiry form for immediate legal advice & assistance with your UK visa application.
Book a consultation with a health and car worker visa solicitor
For detailed advice, you can book an In-Person, Online, or Phone consultation session with our expert UK immigration solicitors in London for just £60 (Plus VAT).
During the consultation session, our immigration solicitor will discuss your immigration matter in detail and advise you about the relevant immigration laws, procedures, requirements, and documents.
How much does a health and care worker visa solicitor cost?
Our immigration visa solicitors charge a fixed fee of £1000 (Plus VAT) for complete legal services for the UK health and care worker visa application. The agreed fee will depend on the complexity of the matter.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
No, you must be in the UK under a visa category that allows switching to a Health and Care Worker visa. For example, you can't switch if you are in the UK on a Visitor visa or a Short-term Student visa.
Yes, you can switch to different a job role with your current employer. You do not need to make a change of employment application.
You will need to provide proof of employment in the health and care sector, a certificate of sponsorship, evidence of your knowledge of the English language, and other supporting documents depending on your circumstances and type of job.
You must demonstrate your knowledge of the English language by passing an approved English language test with at least CEFR level B1 in reading, writing, speaking, and listening.
If the applicant has completed a degree-level course that was taught in English, they may be exempt from the English language test requirement.
If an applicant is a citizen of a country where English is the majority language, they will automatically meet the English language requirement.
In the unfortunate event of a denial, immigration solicitors can advise on the reasons for refusal, help you understand your options, and assist with the appeal process if applicable.
We have extensive experience in handling UK work visa applications, including the Health and Care Worker visa. Our team can guide you through the process and help ensure your application is complete and error-free, minimising the risk of delays or complications.
If you have further questions or would like to discuss your Health and Care Worker visa application with us, please don't hesitate to contact us on 0203 417 3700, and we will be happy to assist you.
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