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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 last reviewed 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.

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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.

Search sponsorsStart building the employer shortlist behind this route.Check the salaryVerify that the likely role still clears the route floor.See the full research workflowCompare the free calculator with the sponsor-intelligence layer and full PDF exports.