Domestic Worker who is a Victim of Modern Slavery Visa
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Domestic Worker who is a Victim of Modern Slavery Visa

Residency Pathway

At a Glance

Processing Time

1 day – 2 months

Estimated Cost

Free

Stay Duration

2 years

Not renewable

Renewal

Not renewable

Family

No dependents

PR Pathway

None

Sponsor

No job offer needed

Work

Remote not required

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Living in United Kingdom

Cost of Living
2% cheaper than United States
Avg Salary£31,000
Quality of Life
174/200

Overview

This route is for individuals who entered the UK on a domestic worker visa and have consequently been confirmed as victims of modern slavery or trafficking.

The UK Domestic Worker (Victim of Modern Slavery) visa grants a 2-year temporary stay to overseas domestic workers confirmed as victims of modern slavery or human trafficking via the National Referral Mechanism. It carries no fee and lets holders work in domestic roles without a job offer.

Applicants must hold a positive Conclusive Grounds decision and apply on form FLR(IR) within 28 days. Work is restricted to private or diplomatic households; changing employer is permitted. The visa is non-renewable, does not lead to settlement, and no dependents are allowed.

This visa is ideal for overseas domestic workers already in the UK who have been confirmed as modern slavery victims and need protected status to recover and work safely.

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Cost Breakdown

Application FeeGBP £0
Biometric Enrolment FeeGBP £0
Immigration Health SurchargeGBP £0

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant2 years

Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Must be physically present in the UK.

Must have entered on a valid domestic worker route.

Must have a positive Conclusive Grounds decision.

Must apply within 28 days of the Conclusive Grounds decision.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Positive Conclusive Grounds decision letter

Valid passport or travel document

Evidence of previous domestic worker visa status

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

  • Allows changing employers within the domestic sector
  • No application fees

Worth Knowing

  • Strictly capped at 2 years
  • No pathway to settlement
  • No dependents allowed
  • Failure to apply within 28 days of Conclusive Grounds decision

Application Process

1

Enter UK on domestic worker visa.

2

Receive positive Conclusive Grounds decision via NRM.

3

Apply online using FLR(IR) within 28 days.

4

Attend biometric appointment.

Application Forms

Go to application portal
FLR(IR)
Application to Extend Stay in the UK
Fill online

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