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Settle in the UK with Your Family: A Bright Future Awaits
The United Kingdom, renowned for its remarkable quality of life and multicultural cities, remains a top-choice destination for professionals seeking an enhanced life for themselves and their families. Despite the challenges posed by Brexit, the UK maintains its robust economic standing, bolstered by well-established institutions and active participation in global trade. Among the best cities in the UK for immigrants to call home are London, Edinburgh, Birmingham, Manchester, and Reading.
Y-Axis, with its expertise in UK immigration law, stands ready to assist you in realizing your dream of settling in the world’s premier English-speaking destination.
Why Choose the UK for Settlement?
- Strong economy with well-established industries.
- High demand for skilled talent to drive its advanced economy.
- Thriving Indian community deeply integrated into the nation’s fabric.
- Exceptional and cost-free healthcare through the NHS.
- Home to some of the world’s finest universities.
- A powerful passport facilitating global travel.
Documents Required for UK Migration
- English Language Proficiency Test results, typically IELTS or TOEFL.
- Citizenship from a country outside the European Economic Area (EEA).
- Essential documents, including work experience certificates, for college enrollment or job applications in the UK.
- Sufficient funds to support yourself during your initial years in the UK on a student or work visa.
- Character and health certificates to establish eligibility for the desired visa.
UK Immigration Process
The United Kingdom comprises England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland, offering various avenues for settling down. The typical path involves temporary relocation followed by an application for ILR (Indefinite Leave to Remain). Migration to the UK is achievable through several routes:
- Migration with a job offer in hand.
- Pursuing studies in the UK.
- Settling down in the UK through marriage or engagement to a UK citizen or permanent resident.
- Becoming an entrepreneur and establishing a business.
- Investor immigration.
- Meeting the criteria for other specific routes.
Successful migration hinges on a strong IELTS score and meeting professional, legal, and financial prerequisites, which vary based on your chosen migration pathway. Y-Axis, drawing on two decades of immigration experience, is your ideal partner to maximize your prospects of settling down in the UK.
Roadmap to the UK
For Highly Qualified Foreigners:
- Tier 1 (Exceptional Talent) Visa
- Tier 1 (Investor) Visa
- Tier 1 (Entrepreneur) Visa
- Tier 1 (Graduate Entrepreneur) Visa
For Skilled Foreign Workers with Job Offers:
- Skilled Worker Visa (replacing Tier 2 General Visa)
- Tier 2 (Intra-company Transfer) Visa
- Tier 2 (Sportsperson) Visa
- Tier 2 (Minister of Religion) Visa
For Youth Mobility and Temporary Foreign Workers:
- Tier 5 (Temporary Worker) Visa
- Tier 5 (Youth Mobility Scheme) Visa
Embark on your journey to the UK with Y-Axis, and let us help you make your aspirations a reality.
Minimum Income Requirements
| Visa Type | Minimum Annual Income | Minimum Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
|
Skilled Worker Visa |
£26,200 (up from £25,600)
|
At least £10.75 per hour |
|
Global Business Mobility Senior or Specialist Worker Visa |
£45,800 (up from £42,400) |
N/A |
|
Graduate Trainees Visa |
£24,220 (up from £23,100)
|
N/A |
|
UK Expansion Worker Visa |
£45,800 (up from £42,400) |
N/A |
|
Scale-up Worker Visa |
£34,600 (up from £33,000) |
N/A |
Top Occupations and Salaries
| Occupation | Salary Range |
|---|---|
|
IT & Software |
£55,000 – £85,000 |
|
Marketing & Sales |
£53,000 – £70,778 |
|
Engineering |
£50,000 – £69,000 |
|
Hospitality |
£48,000 – £65,000 |
|
Healthcare |
£45,000 – £68,000 |
|
Accounting & Finance |
£65,000 – £84,000 |
|
Human Resources |
£55,000 – £75,000 |
|
Construction |
£50,000 – £65,000 |
|
Professional and Scientific Services |
£63,000 – £95,100 |
Points Allocation
| Category | Maximum Points |
|---|---|
|
Job Offer |
20 points |
|
Job at Appropriate Skill Level |
20 points |
|
English Speaking Skills |
10 points |
|
Salary of £26,000 and Above or Relevant PhD in a STEM Subject |
20 points |
|
Total |
70 points |
Eligibility and Points-Based System
In 2020, the UK government introduced a points-based immigration system, which features the following key aspects:
- Equal consideration for candidates from EU and non-EU countries.
- Application of the points-based system to highly skilled workers, skilled workers, and students coming to the UK.
- Requirement of a job offer for skilled workers, with a reduced minimum annual salary of £26,000.
- Mandatory demonstration of English language proficiency at A-level or equivalent.
- Highly skilled professionals need endorsement by a UK authority but do not require a job offer.
- Students applying to study in the UK are subject to a points-based system, requiring proof of admission from an educational institution, English proficiency, and financial resources.
- A minimum score of 70 points is required for visa eligibility.
How to Score 70 Points
- To attain the required 70 points for visa eligibility, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- A job offer in the UK and English language skills grant 50 points.
Additional 20 points can be earned through one of the following qualifications:
- A job offer with an annual salary of at least £26,000.
- Possession of a relevant PhD (10 points), or a PhD in a STEM field (20 points).
- An offer for a position in a skill shortage category (20 points).