UK skilled Worker visa: Shortage occupations salaries

Health Services and Public Health Managers and Directors (Occupation Code 1181)

This category encompasses all related jobs and is in demand across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Skilled workers in this field can qualify for a Skilled Worker visa with an annual salary of 80% of the going rate, which amounts to £33,040 or £16.94 per hour based on a 37.5-hour workweek.

Residential, Day, and Domiciliary Care Managers and Proprietors (Occupation Code 1242)

Similar to health services management, this occupation is in shortage throughout England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Eligible applicants can receive 80% of the going rate, which is £22,640 annually or £11.61 per hour.

Chemical Scientists in the Nuclear Industry (Occupation Code 2111)

For jobs related to chemical sciences within the nuclear industry, the shortage is specific to Scotland. Workers in this field can earn 80% of the going rate, translating to an annual salary of £22,800 or £11.69 per hour.

Biological Scientists and Biochemists (Occupation Code 2112)

Biological scientists and biochemists are in demand across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. The annual salary on a Skilled Worker visa is 80% of the going rate, which equals £24,480 or £12.55 per hour.

Physical Scientists in Specific Industries (Occupation Code 2113)

Physical scientists specializing in certain roles within the construction-related ground engineering industry or the oil and gas industry are needed in England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. The salary for these roles is 80% of the going rate, amounting to £26,080 or £13.37 per hour.

Social and Humanities Scientists – Archaeologists (Occupation Code 2114)

Archaeologists are in demand in England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Qualified workers can receive 80% of the going rate, resulting in an annual salary of £20,480 or £10.50 per hour.

Engineering Professionals (Occupation Codes 2121 to 2129)

Various engineering roles, including civil engineers, mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, electronics engineers, design and development engineers, production and process engineers, and engineering professionals not elsewhere classified, are needed across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. The Skilled Worker visa salary for these roles is 80% of the going rate, with varying annual salaries depending on the specific role.

IT Professionals (Occupation Codes 2135 to 2139)

IT professionals, including business analysts, architects, systems designers, programmers, software development professionals, web design and development professionals, and cybersecurity specialists, are in demand across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. The annual salaries for these roles on a Skilled Worker visa are 80% of the going rate, which varies based on the specific role.

Veterinarians (Occupation Code 2216)

Veterinarians are sought after in England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, with a Skilled Worker visa salary of 80% of the going rate, equivalent to £26,960 or £13.83 per hour.

Actuaries, Economists, and Statisticians (Occupation Code 2425)

Specifically, bio-informaticians and informaticians in this category are needed in England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. The salary for these roles on a Skilled Worker visa is 80% of the going rate, which amounts to £26,880 or £13.78 per hour.

Architects (Occupation Code 2431)

Architects are in demand across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, with a Skilled Worker visa salary of 80% of the going rate, resulting in an annual salary of £26,320 or £13.50 per hour.

Quality Control and Planning Engineers (Occupation Code 2461)

Quality control and planning engineers are needed in England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, with a Skilled Worker visa salary of 80% of the going rate, equivalent to £25,280 or £12.96 per hour.

Laboratory Technicians (Occupation Code 3111)

Laboratory technicians are in demand across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. On a Skilled Worker visa, the annual salary is 80% of the going rate, which amounts to £15,120 or £7.75 per hour.

Artists (Occupation Code 3411)

Artists of all kinds are needed in England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, with a Skilled Worker visa salary of 80% of the going rate, resulting in an annual salary of £16,400 or £8.41 per hour.

Dancers, Musicians, and Arts Officers (Occupation Codes 3414 to 3416)

Skilled classical ballet dancers, contemporary dancers, skilled orchestral musicians, and arts officers, producers, and directors are in demand across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Their Skilled Worker visa salaries vary based on their specific roles.

Graphic Designers (Occupation Code 3421)

Graphic designers are needed in England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, with a Skilled Worker visa salary of 80% of the going rate, equivalent to £18,400 or £9.44 per hour.

Agriculture, Welding, and Construction Trades (Occupation Codes 5119 to 5321)

Various trades, including those in agriculture, welding, bricklaying, roofing, carpentry, plastering, and other construction-related fields, are in demand across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. The Skilled Worker visa salary for these roles is 80% of the going rate, with varying annual salaries depending on the specific trade.

Care Workers and Home Carers (Occupation Code 6145)

Care workers and senior care workers are needed in private households or individuals across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. The annual salary for care workers must be at least £20,960 per year or £10.75 per hour.

Fishing and Agriculture Deckhands (Occupation Code 9119)

Deckhands on large fishing vessels (9 meters and above) with 3 or more years of full-time experience are needed. This experience must not have been gained through illegal working, and the occupation is in demand across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.

Please note that these salaries and shortages may change over time, so it’s essential to verify the latest information and requirements when considering a Skilled Worker visa application.