Visa guide · Sponsored jobs

Skilled Worker Visa 2026

A skilled worker visa lets a licensed employer sponsor you for a qualifying professional role. GoBroad tracks skilled-worker routes across the UK, Germany and beyond, with live policy updates and roles from sponsoring employers.

Sponsorship

Employer / licensed sponsor required

Route to PR

Yes, in most countries

Typical duration

2–5 years, renewable

Who the Skilled Worker Visa is for

Software & IT professionals
Engineers
Healthcare workers
Data & AI specialists

Countries offering the Skilled Worker Visa

Frequently asked questions

What is a skilled worker visa?

It is an employer-sponsored work visa for qualifying professional occupations. The employer must usually hold a sponsor licence and the role must meet salary and skill thresholds.

Which countries offer skilled worker visas?

The UK (Skilled Worker / Tier 2), Germany (Skilled Worker visa & EU Blue Card), the Netherlands (Highly Skilled Migrant) and others. GoBroad tracks live changes for each.

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