EU and international job seekers

If you're considering coming to the UK to work, this page offers useful information and guidance.

We welcome applications from EU and international job seekers, and offer a relocation scheme to support your move to the UK.

Visas and immigration

The UK Government's visa and immigration rules set out the requirements for working in the UK.

From 1 January 2021, the UK has operated a points-based system for skilled workers

Under this system, all EU and non-EU citizens must have a job offer from an approved, licensed sponsor (employer). You'll also need to demonstrate that you meet a specific set of mandatory requirements. These include:

You will need a total of 70 points to apply to work in the UK. Meeting the mandatory requirements provides 50 'non-tradeable' points. You should obtain a further 20 'tradeable' points through a combination of points for salary, a job in a shortage occupation, or a relevant PhD.

The UK visa and immigration process is a complex area, dependent on individual circumstances, and the rules may be subject to change. For the latest information, visit the visas and immigration pages on Gov.UK and use this interactive questionnaire to check if you need a visa.

Living in the UK

International relocation can be both an exciting and daunting prospect. To support you, we have developed a comprehensive guide to living and working in the UK.

It includes information about:

  • our relocation scheme
  • travelling to the UK
  • cost of living
  • finding a home
  • finding a school, if you have school-age children
  • bringing pets
  • settling in, opening a bank account, registering with a doctor and more.

We hope you find the guide useful. If you have any questions, please contact us at [email protected].