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Avoiding Prohibited Salary Cuts for Sponsored Staff

The 2026 salary threshold is £41,700. Reducing pay below this risks visa curtailment. You must report changes within 10 days to avoid compliance errors.

February 03, 2026
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How to Use Your CoS Number for Family Applications
UK Immigration

How to Use Your CoS Number for Family Applications

UK Skilled Worker dependants face RQF6 bar from July 2025. CoS links family visas. Apply within 3 months of assignment. IHS is £1,035 for 2026. Avoid delays.

February 02, 2026
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Avoid These 3 Mistakes Choosing Eligible Occupation Codes
Visa Information

Avoid These 3 Mistakes Choosing Eligible Occupation Codes

Wrong SOC 2020 codes cause immediate UK visa refusals. Roles must meet RQF Level 6. Select the correct job code to ensure visa success. Avoid costly errors.

February 01, 2026
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How to Negotiate Your Exit Date to Protect Your Visa
Visa Information

How to Negotiate Your Exit Date to Protect Your Visa

Sponsors report termination in 10 days, triggering your 60-day curtailment. Negotiate exit dates to protect your 2026 UK visa status and avoid overstaying.

January 31, 2026
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What Job Seekers Don't Know About Challenging Visa Decisions
UK Immigration

What Job Seekers Don't Know About Challenging Visa Decisions

UK visa refusal? Administrative review costs £80, refunded if successful. Submit within 14 days (UK). English B2 required from Jan 2026. Avoid 10-year bans.

January 30, 2026
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Calculating Overtime and Allowances for Visa Salary Rules
Visa Information

Calculating Overtime and Allowances for Visa Salary Rules

UK Skilled Worker visa salary is £41,700 for 2026. Overtime and most allowances are excluded. Transitional provisions end 1 December 2026. Calculate correctly.

January 29, 2026
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New Salary Rules and UK Healthcare Sponsoring Companies
Market Insights

New Salary Rules and UK Healthcare Sponsoring Companies

2026 UK healthcare visa rules: £41,700 salary threshold. Care worker sponsorship ended 22 July 2025. RQF Level 6 now mandatory. Understand 2026 visa impacts.

January 28, 2026
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How to Handle Delays in Your CoS Allocation Request
Sponsorship

How to Handle Delays in Your CoS Allocation Request

Standard UK CoS allocation takes 18 weeks in 2026. Priority service costs £200 for 5-day delivery. Follow these specific steps to resolve sponsorship delays.

January 27, 2026
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Handling Employment Gaps While on UK Sponsored Visa
UK Immigration

Handling Employment Gaps While on UK Sponsored Visa

UK visa gaps trigger a strict 60-day curtailment. With the 2026 salary threshold at £41,700, you must secure new sponsorship or switch routes immediately.

January 26, 2026
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The Complete Guide to the UK Health and Care Worker Visa
Visa Information

The Complete Guide to the UK Health and Care Worker Visa

UK Health and Care Worker visa salary starts at £25,000 for nurses in 2026. CEFR B2 English is mandatory. Apply with a sponsor, avoid £1,035 health surcharge.

January 25, 2026
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