A Skilled Worker visa allows you to come to or stay in the UK to do an eligible job with an approved employer. This visa has replaced the Tier 2 (General) work visa. It also allows you to work in UK waters. Eligibility: To qualify for a Skilled Worker visa, you must: work for a UK employer that’s been approved by the Home Office, have a ‘certificate of sponsorship’ from your employer with information about the role you’ve been offered in the UK do a job that’s on the list of eligible occupations be paid a minimum salary - how much depends on the type of work you do