United Kingdom•Europe5 days – 2 months
GBP £1,824–£3,710
Varies by filing options
5-9 years
Renewable
Renewal
Renewable
Family
Dependents allowed
PR Pathway
None
Sponsor
Job offer required
Work
Remote work OK

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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United KingdomValid 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
Education
bachelor or higher
Experience
1+ years
Min. Income
52,500 EUR/yr
Min. Savings
1,270 EUR
Valid passport
Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS)
Proof of employment with overseas branch
Salary evidence
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