Skilled Worker visa cost UK
Use this calculator to estimate the upfront cost of a Skilled Worker application before you start employer outreach or document collection.
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
Outside the UK
Inside the UK
Processing
Decision timings
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Inside the UK
Requirements summary
What to confirm first
- A sponsor-backed job offer and valid Certificate of Sponsorship.
- A salary that clears the relevant route floor and occupation rate.
- Identity, English-language, and maintenance evidence where applicable.
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FAQ
Skilled Worker cost questions
Does this Skilled Worker calculator include the healthcare surcharge?
Yes. The estimate includes the visa application fee, the immigration health surcharge, optional faster-decision services, and the cost of dependants if you add them.
Why do inside-UK and outside-UK Skilled Worker fees differ?
The Home Office charges different base application fees depending on whether you apply from inside the UK or from abroad, even when the visa duration is the same.
Can I use this calculator for Skilled Worker dependants too?
Yes. Add a partner and children to see the combined upfront fee estimate. Dependants usually pay the same visa fee bracket as the main applicant and their own healthcare surcharge.
Next steps
Once the Skilled Worker numbers still look realistic, the next move is to validate sponsor fit, confirm salary logic, and then narrow into real employers.