How long will it take UKVI to process my application? HR colleagues will need to issue you with a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Please contact your local HR/administrative team for information on how long it will take for this to be issued. You will then gather your supporting documents and submit an online application form to the UKVI. As part of your application, you will need to upload your supporting documents and provide biometric information (ie fingerprints and photographs). This will be done online or at a visa application centre. The visa processing times start once this information is submitted. Applying from outside the UK 3 weeks However, standard processing times are subject to change, please see current guidance. Read current guidance on visa processing times: applications outside the UK Applying from inside the UK 8 weeks However, standard processing times are subject to change, please see current guidance. Read current guidance on visa processing times: applications inside the UK Priority Services If you need your visa application to be decided quicker, priority services may be available, for an additional fee. These fees are not covered by any University reimbursement policies. Find out more information about Priority Services Further resources Skilled Worker visa: Overview Skilled Worker visa: Caseworker guidance This article was published on 2024-06-24
