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UK Sets £41,700 Salary Threshold for Some Skilled Workers Seeking Permanent Residence

UK Sets £41,700 Salary Threshold for Some Skilled Workers Seeking Permanent Residence

The UK has set a salary requirement for some Skilled Worker visa holders seeking indefinite leave to remain, commonly called permanent residence. Applicants may need to earn at least £41,700 a year or meet the going rate for their occupation, whichever is higher. The exact requirement can vary based on the worker’s job, visa history and applicable transitional rules. Nigerians in the UK on Skilled Worker or eligible care-related visas should check the requirements for their specific occupation before applying. Applicants who do not meet the relevant salary threshold may have to wait before becoming eligible for settled status.

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peter

How will the higher of £41,700 or an occupation's going rate affect Skilled Worker visa holders whose salaries vary by sector?

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grace

Does this mean workers in lower-paying sectors may need a bigger salary increase before qualifying for permanent residence?

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isaac

This makes permanent residence feel more dependent on salary progression, not simply time spent working in the UK.

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hala

A single headline threshold may sound straightforward, but the going-rate condition means the impact will not be identical for every occupation.

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yemi

Anyone planning indefinite leave to remain should compare their current pay with both £41,700 and their occupation's going rate early.

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