Resource Type: Economic Migration

This version replaces version 03/26 (published on 6 March 2026). Details of the changes are set out within the guidance

Updated with clarifications and minor amendments. A full list can be found in the guide in the section ‘Changes to this guidance’.

Updated the guidance in line with the Immigration Rules changes which came into effect on 8 April 2026. A full list of changes can be found in the guidance.

This guidance has been updated to add information about the prison officer allowance; the English language requirement for settlement; and the introduction of the visa brake for nationals of Afghanistan.

Updated the guidance in line with Immigration Rules changes which came into effect on 8 April 2026. A full list of changes can be found within the guidance.

The guidance has been updated to reflect changes to the Immigration Rules coming into effect on 8 April 2026. A full list of changes can be found within the document.

Updated guidance in line with the Immigration Rules changes coming into effect on 8 April 2026. A full list of changes can be found within the guidance.

Updated the guidance in line with the Immigration Rules changes which came into effect on 8 April 2026. A full list of changes can be found within the guidance.

Guidance updated in IAW1.10 to add a new bullet point requiring sponsors to ensure they only sponsor for ‘eligible roles’, as defined in the separate glossary.