Global Business Mobility - Senior or Specialist Worker Visa

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Global Business Mobility - Senior or Specialist Worker Visa

Work Dependents Allowed Remote Work

At a Glance

Processing Time

3 weeks

Estimated Cost

GBP £1,824–£3,710

Varies by filing options

Stay Duration

5-9 years

Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

Dependents allowed

PR Pathway

None

Sponsor

Job offer required

Work

Remote work OK

Official Information

Living in United Kingdom

Cost of Living

2% cheaper than United States

Avg Salary£31,000

Quality of Life

174/200

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Overview

The Senior or Specialist Worker Visa is part of the Global Business Mobility (GBM) framework, designed for multinational companies transferring senior managers or specialist employees to a UK branch.

The Senior or Specialist Worker visa is a UK Global Business Mobility route for multinationals transferring senior managers or specialists to a UK office. Applicants must earn at least £52,500, hold an RQF Level 6 or above role, and have 12 months of continuous overseas employment with the linked entity.

Stay is granted for up to 5 years (9 years for high earners), renewable within those caps. No English language test is required. Dependants may join the holder and are permitted to work. The route does not lead to indefinite leave to remain.

This visa is ideal for multinational employees being assigned to a UK branch who hold a senior or specialist role, meet the £52,500 salary floor, and are not seeking permanent UK settlement.

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Cost Breakdown

Visa Application Fee (Outside UK, up to 3 years)GBP £819

Visa Application Fee (Outside UK, more than 3 years)GBP £1,618

Visa Application Fee (Inside UK, up to 3 years)GBP £943

Visa Application Fee (Inside UK, more than 3 years)GBP £1,865

Certificate of Sponsorship FeeGBP £525

Immigration Skills Charge (Small Sponsor, 12 months)GBP £480

Immigration Skills Charge (Medium/Large Sponsor, 12 months)GBP £1,320

Immigration Health Surcharge (Annual)GBP £1,035

recurring

Validity2 years

Processing2 weeks – 2 months

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Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Valid CoS from a linked UK employer

Currently employed by overseas linked business

12 months continuous overseas employment (unless high earner)

Job at RQF Level 6 or above

Minimum salary threshold of £52,500

KEY CRITERIA

Education

bachelor or higher

Experience

1+ years

Min. Income

52,500 GBP/yr

Min. Savings

1,270 GBP

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid passport

Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS)

Proof of employment with overseas branch

Salary evidence

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

No English language requirement
Fast-track for senior staff
High earner salary threshold flexibility

Worth Knowing

Does not lead directly to ILR
Requires existing employment with overseas branch
High salary threshold
No link between overseas and UK entity
Insufficient duration of overseas employment
Salary below £52,500

Application Process

Secure transfer offer

Employer assigns CoS

Complete online application

Pay fees

Verify identity

Receive decision

Application Forms

Global Business Mobility Application

Fill online

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