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How Long Does the Self‑Sponsored Skilled Worker Visa Process Take?

July 24, 2025 | Post by A Y & J Solicitors

Typically 3–6 months:

  • Company formation & prep: 2–4 weeks
  • Sponsor licence decision: ~8 weeks (priority option faster)
  • CoS issuance: 1–5 days
  • Visa decision: 3 weeks (outside UK standard), 8 weeks (inside UK standard), or 5–7 working days with priority

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What Are the Steps to Apply for a Skilled Worker Visa Through Self‑Sponsorship?

July 24, 2025 | Post by A Y & J Solicitors

After licence approval:

  • Request a Defined (overseas) or Undefined (inside UK) CoS

Submit your visa application with CoS, passport, financial and English evidence

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How Do I Register a Company in the UK as a Foreigner?

July 24, 2025 | Post by A Y & J Solicitors

Use the Companies House website or hire a professional service. We can introduce partners to help with this.

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What is the Process of Self‑Sponsorship?

July 24, 2025 | Post by A Y & J Solicitors

Four main stages:

  1. Establish a UK company, gather documents, apply for sponsor licence (6–8 weeks)
  2. Create HR policies & procedures pack (2 days)
  3. Obtain Certificate of Sponsorship & apply for Skilled Worker visa (4–12 weeks)

Ongoing compliance and licence renewals

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How Does the Point‑Based System Affect Self‑Sponsorship?

July 24, 2025 | Post by A Y & J Solicitors

You score points for English, CoS from an approved sponsor (your own company), skill level and salary. You must reach the minimum points threshold.

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How Does the Genuine Vacancy Requirement Affect Self‑Sponsorship?

July 24, 2025 | Post by A Y & J Solicitors

You must prove the job is genuine. If Home Office suspects it exists solely to sponsor you, they may refuse the application.

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Can I Qualify for Indefinite Leave to Remain?

July 24, 2025 | Post by A Y & J Solicitors

After completing 5 years on Skilled Worker, you can apply for ILR.

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What are the Renewal Requirements?

July 24, 2025 | Post by A Y & J Solicitors

If your CoS is less than 5 years, you’ll need to extend your visa to reach 5 years for ILR. Your company must still have the sponsored role vacant.

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Are There Specific Professions Eligible?

July 24, 2025 | Post by A Y & J Solicitors

Your role must match a code on the Skilled Worker eligible occupations list, typically at managerial level if you’re sponsoring yourself.

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Are There Any Language Requirements?

July 24, 2025 | Post by A Y & J Solicitors

You must prove English at CEFR level B1 via an approved SELT, a UK‑taught English qualification or Ecctis‑equivalent degree.

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