UK eligibility points calculator
The government of the UK announced the launch of a points-based immigration system in January 2021. The main features of the points-based migration include:
Immigration candidates for both EU and non-EU nations will be treated the same way
Highly skilled workers, skilled workers and students wanting to come to the UK must follow the points-based system
A job offer is mandatory for skilled workers
Salary threshold will now be 26,000 pounds per year, reduced from the 30,000 pounds required earlier
Applicants must prove that they can speak English (A-level or equivalent)
Highly skilled workers will need to be endorsed by a UK body, however, they do not need a job offer
Students will also come under the points-based system to study in the UK and must show proof of an admission letter from an educational institute, English proficiency, and funds.
70 points is the minimum score required to be eligible for a visa
A job offer and the ability to speak English will get the applicant 50 points. The additional 20 points required to qualify for the visa can be gained through any of the following qualifications:
Having a job offer that pays you 26,000 pounds or above per year will give you 20 points
10 points for a relevant Ph.D. or 20 points for a Ph.D. in a STEM subject
20 points for an offer for a job where there is a skill shortage
The new system is expected to increase migration opportunities for skilled workers. The change in the English language requirements is expected to give British employers access to a larger pool of skilled workers.
The government’s decision to remove the cap on immigrants who can come to the UK under the skilled route and the lack of a resident labor market test will help skilled immigrants easily find a job in the country.
This new system will be applicable to all migrants to the UK whether from the EU or other countries. The implementation of a points-based system will enable the government to utilize a uniform immigration system based on skills.
In addition to the above-mentioned three mandatory requirements to be met, the job offered in the UK must meet the minimum salary threshold, as applicable. Now, this can be either the general salary threshold of £25,600 or the specific salary requirement, that is, the “going rate” for their occupation. Whichever is the higher of the two will be applicable.
Certain characteristics – such as a job offer in a shortage occupation, a Ph.D. relevant to the job, or a Ph.D. in a STEM subject relevant to the job – can be traded against a lower salary to get the required number of points to be eligible.
Different salary rules are applicable for – “new entrants” at the start of their careers, and workers in certain health or education jobs.
Work in the UK as a skilled worker – 70 points needed
Mandatory
Characteristics Points
Offer of the job by an approved sponsor 20
Job at the appropriate skill level 20
Speaks English at the required level 10
Tradeable
Salary of £20,480 to £23,039 or
at least 80% of the going rate for the profession
Whichever is higher of the two will be applicable.
0
Salary of £23,040 to £25,599 or
at least 90% of the going rate for the profession
Whichever is higher of the two will be applicable.
10
Salary of £25,600 or above or
at least the going rate for the profession
Whichever is higher of the two will be applicable.
20
Job in a shortage occupation 20
Ph.D. in a subject relevant to the job 10
Ph.D. in a STEM subject relevant to the job 20