Skilled Worker visa (incl. self-sponsorship via own UK company)

Changes or availability under review — Proposed earned settlement: 10-yr baseline ILR (shorter for high earners) — announced, not yet law as of Oct 2026

Skilled Worker visa (incl. self-sponsorship via own UK company) is a residence route in United Kingdom (Emploi). Job offer from licensed sponsor at RQF 6 (degree level) since 22 Jul 2025; salary ≥ £41,700 or going rate; English B2 (Jan 2026). Owners may sponsor themselves via a genuinely trading UK company holding a sponsor licence. Visa £819–1,618 + IHS; employer pays CoS £525 + Skills Charge.

Planning reference · Data snapshot 2026-10

Figures and requirements are indicative database snapshots, not newly verified eligibility decisions or personalised tax calculations. A residence permit does not automatically determine tax residence. Confirm conditions, deadlines and amounts in their original currency with the relevant authorities.

Tax residence in United Kingdom

Only-home test: UK home held ≥91 days (≥30 days there in tax year), no overseas home; or full-time UK work

Arriver sufficient ties: 46–90 days need 4 ties (rarely met), 91–120 need 3; FIG regime 4 yrs if non-resident 10 yrs

Residence certificate: HMRC certificate of residence once SRT met

Your previous country applies its own residence tests separately. If both countries treat you as resident, the applicable tax treaty may resolve treaty residence.

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Requirements at a glance

You need an annual income of about CHF 44'600. There is no minimum stay to keep the permit. Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 5 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 6 years.

How holders are taxed

UK worldwide taxation (PAYE on salary); 4-yr FIG exemption on foreign income for qualifying new residents

Next steps

Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.

Catégorie	Emploi
Investissement	—
Frais (famille)	CHF 14'100
Revenu / an	CHF 44'600
Avoirs	—
Séjour min.	0
Résidence perm.	5
Citoyenneté	6
Travail	yes
Éligibles	all
Impôts	UK worldwide taxation (PAYE on salary); 4-yr FIG exemption on foreign income for qualifying new residents
État au	2026-10

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