Religious Worker Visa
You can apply for a Temporary Work visa as a Religious Worker if you meet the following requirements:
- you want to do religious work in a non-pastoral role or religious order
- you meet the other eligibility requirements
The T5 (Temporary Worker) Religious Worker visa has been replaced by this visa.
Sponsorship
In order to seek employment in the United Kingdom, obtaining a certificate of sponsorship from an authorized sponsor is an essential requirement prior to submitting your application.
Your sponsor’s specific undertakings must closely correspond to the work you carry out in the United Kingdom.
How long it takes
Your certificate of sponsorship for the UK indicates the specific date on which you can begin work, and this also determines when you are eligible to apply for a visa. You have the option to initiate the visa application process up to three months before this designated work commencement date.
Getting a decision
After submitting your online application, verifying your identity, and submitting your documents, typically you will receive a visa decision in a timely manner.
- If you reside outside the borders of the United Kingdom, then you shall wait for a duration of 3 weeks. However, if you are currently residing within the boundaries of the United Kingdom, the waiting period shall extend to a total of 8 weeks.
In case you have an appointment to attend and wish to expedite the decision-making process, there is an option available for you to consider. The method you choose, however, will vary depending on whether you are located within the United Kingdom or abroad.
If you are seeking additional details regarding our Religious Worker Visas, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. We eagerly anticipate engaging in a discussion to explore how we can provide assistance tailored to your needs.
If you are seeking additional details regarding our Religious Worker Visas, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. We eagerly anticipate engaging in a discussion to explore how we can provide assistance tailored to your needs.
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How much it costs
Every individual within your family unit, be it yourself, your significant other, or your children, will be required to accomplish the following tasks:
- Submit payment for the application fee.
- Submit payment for the annual healthcare surcharge, typically amounting to £624 per year. You have the option to verify the exact amount you will need to pay.
- Provide evidence of possessing sufficient personal savings.
Application fee
Applicants are required to pay a non-refundable fee of £259 per individual during the application process.
No matter if you’re submitting your application from within or outside the United Kingdom, the fee remains identical.
How long you can stay
You shall receive a visa granting you the opportunity to reside and engage in employment within the United Kingdom for a maximum duration of 24 months, or alternatively, up to 28 days longer than the specified period on your sponsorship certificate. It is possible to be sponsored for a lesser extent of time.
It is permissible to arrive in the United Kingdom within a duration of 14 days preceding the commencement of your employment.
What you can and cannot do
You can:
- study – for some courses you’ll need an Academic Technology Approval Scheme certificate
- work for your sponsor in the job described in your certificate of sponsorship
- do a second job in the same sector at the same level as your main job for up to 20 hours per week outside the hours of your main job
- do a job on the Skilled Worker shortage occupation list for up to 20 hours per week outside the hours of your main job
- bring your partner and children with you as your ‘dependants’, if they’re eligible
You cannot get public funds.
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