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Health and Care Worker visa
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Health and Care Worker visa
A Health and Care Worker visa is a special category under the Skilled Worker visa designed for qualified doctors, nurses, and other health professionals who have been trained to a recognised standard and have secured employment with the National Health Service (NHS), social care sector or organisations that provide services to the NHS.
How long can I stay in the UK on a Health and Care Worker visa?
Health and Care Worker visas are typically valid for up to 5 years and 14 days, or the time given on your certificate of sponsorship plus 1 month, whichever is shorter.
What are the eligibility requirements of a Health and Care Worker visa?
The main eligibility requirements for a Health and Care Worker visa are:
- You need to have a job offer and a Certificate of Sponsorship is required from a UK employer such as the NHS, an organisation providing medical services to the NHS or the adult social care sector.
- The job must be one of the listed eligible occupations within Appendix Skilled Occupations, which include roles such as nurses and senior care workers.
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Health and Care Worker visa FAQs
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Can I bring my family with me?
A Health and Care Worker visa allows you to bring your dependents, including your partner (spouse, civil partner, or unmarried partner that you've been living with for at least 2 years) and any children under 18 years. Each dependent requires their own visa application and must meet certain requirements.
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Can I study on a Health and Care Worker visa?
You are allowed to study on a Health and Care Worker visa, but you may need to get an Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) certificate.
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Can I switch to a different type of visa?
In most cases, you can switch from a skilled worker visa to another visa while in the UK if you meet the eligibility requirements and apply before your current visa expires. Some visas, like Visitor visas, are not eligible for switching. As rules may change, always seek legal advice before making the switch.
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What happens if my job ends while I am on.a work visa?
If your job ends (due to redundancy, resignation, or termination), your employer must inform the Home Office. The Home Office may curtail or shorten your visa and send you a letter with the new expiry date. You usually have a grace period to find a new job with a licensed sponsor and apply for a new Skilled Worker visa or switch to another eligible visa. If unable to find a job or switch visa, you must leave the UK by the curtailment notice date. Failure to comply can impact future returns. Note that processes and consequences vary for other work visas.
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