Skilled worker visa threshold changes impact

[Gaya09]

With changes to the salary threshold for skilled worker visa my training contract for 2025 is below the threshold. What does this mean for me?

 

[Jessica Booker]

With changes to the salary threshold for skilled worker visa my training contract for 2025 is below the threshold. What does this mean for me?

How much is it below the threshold?

 

[ADKM]

Hi @Jessica Booker,

Could you please share your advice on what constitutes the eligibility for a skilled worker visa for the role of a ‘Solicitor’?
I have applied to a firm for a SVS outside London and while I have checked that the eligible salary threshold for a solicitor is £34,300 as per govt sources, I am not sure if this threshold covers the role of a trainee solicitor too? (The NQ salary is well above the stated threshold).
I’m now worried that this particular application of mine could be rejected just based on this new visa change. Thank you for your help as always!

 

[Jessica Booker]

Hi @Jessica Booker,

Could you please share your advice on what constitutes the eligibility for a skilled worker visa for the role of a ‘Solicitor’?
I have applied to a firm for a SVS outside London and while I have checked that the eligible salary threshold for a solicitor is £34,300 as per govt sources, I am not sure if this threshold covers the role of a trainee solicitor too? (The NQ salary is well above the stated threshold).
I’m now worried that this particular application of mine could be rejected just based on this new visa change. Thank you for your help as always!

The minimum salary will always be the base line requirement for a skilled persons visa, and so if the firm is paying below this, they will not be able to secure a visa for the opportunity from April onwards.

Trainee solicitors do meet the general visa requirements outside of the salary criteria though as you will effectively be a “solicitors clerk”

 

[Glazmogon]

I can imagine that must be a bit concerning, especially with your plans for 2025 in mind.

I know navigating visa requirements can be overwhelming, but staying informed and seeking advice from experts in immigration could be really beneficial. They might be able to offer guidance on how to navigate this change and what steps you can take to meet the new threshold.

If you're interested in enhancing your skills, you might want to consider looking into hrd corp claimable courses. They offer a range of courses that could help you not only meet the visa requirements but also enhance your career prospects in the long run.