How UK visa sponsorship jobs work

A UK visa sponsorship job is a role where the employer holds a sponsor licence from the Home Office and can issue a Certificate of Sponsorship, which you need to apply for a Skilled Worker visa. Not every job from a licensed employer is eligible, so read each advert and check the role, salary and sponsorship wording before you apply.

How do I find visa sponsorship jobs in the UK?

Browse the latest visa sponsorship jobs on this site, then check the employer on the official Register of Licensed Sponsors (workers) on GOV.UK. Apply on the company's official website and tell the employer early that you will need sponsorship. You can also read our sponsorship guides and career tips.

Can any UK employer sponsor my visa?

No. Only employers with a valid sponsor licence can issue a Certificate of Sponsorship, and the job must meet the Home Office rules on skill level and pay.

Can I get sponsored for care worker jobs from outside the UK?

Since 22 July 2025, care worker and senior care worker roles can no longer be sponsored for people applying from outside the UK. Check GOV.UK before you apply.

Do I have to pay to get a sponsored job?

A genuine employer should not ask you to pay to apply or to be hired. Be careful of anyone who does, and read the safety tips on each job page.

This site shares general information, not legal advice. Check GOV.UK or speak to a regulated immigration adviser about your own case.