19.09.2023

October Changes in UK Skilled Worker Visa Fees: Insights for Employers

October Changes in UK Skilled Worker Visa Fees:โ€ฆ

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The Home Office recently announced updates to the Skilled Worker visa fee structure, set to take effect on 4 October 2023. These changes are applicable to both standard and shortage occupation roles and vary based on whether the application is submitted from outside or within the UK. For a detailed breakdown of the revised fees, please visit our website HERE.

With minimal lead time for adaptation, it's crucial for employers to quickly adjust their immigration budgets and strategies. Moreover, be prepared for an anticipated increase in the Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) this autumn, although the exact date is still pending.

Actions to Consider

  • Revisit immigration/resourcing budgets, especially if you're planning to sponsor talent and have already set budgets.
  • Alert business and ops teams to assess the impact on your margins and strategise necessary adjustments.
  • Reassess your recruitment and talent acquisition strategies. Evaluate the financial implications of sponsoring an initial 3-year visa versus a 5-year one. Explore the possibility of transferring certain fees to candidates, if that's not feasible, think about implementing clawback agreements to recover your investment should the candidate leave early. Should you bear the cost of dependant’s fee, what are your competitors doing?

Contact me or visit our website at Immtell.com to discuss how we can help navigate these changes.

  • Immigration Law (Work Permits, Sponsorship Licence
  • HR
  • Recruitment
  • resource planning
  • Immigration for HR

Driven immigration professional with two decades of expertise in UK immigration services, my prime focus is assisting clients and organisations seamlessly navigate the complexities of UK immigrationโ€ฆ

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