Health and Care Worker visa cost UK
This route usually carries lower government fees than the standard Skilled Worker route and is exempt from the immigration health surcharge.
Fees based on GOV.UK data as of 2026-03-18
This route-specific calculator is informational only and does not replace the full GOV.UK guidance for eligibility, service availability, or route documents.
Fee summary
Current fee bands
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Decision timings
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Requirements summary
What to confirm first
- A qualifying health or adult social care role with an eligible sponsor.
- A valid Certificate of Sponsorship tied to the Health and Care route.
- Identity and route evidence before you rely on the lower fee band.
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FAQ
Health and Care Worker cost questions
Does the Health and Care Worker visa include the healthcare surcharge?
No. This route is usually exempt from the immigration health surcharge for the main applicant and qualifying dependants.
Why is the Health and Care visa cheaper than Skilled Worker?
The Home Office applies a lower application fee to the Health and Care Worker route and also waives the immigration health surcharge in eligible cases.
Can dependants be added to a Health and Care application?
Yes. Add a partner and children to estimate the combined upfront government fees for the whole family.
Next steps
Once the Health and Care Worker numbers still look realistic, the next move is to validate sponsor fit, confirm salary logic, and then narrow into real employers.