Since the UK’s departure from the European Union, and the end of the free movement accord, the Home Office introduced a new points-based system (PBS) as part of the new Future Borders and Immigration System (FBIS). There are different routes of access to the UK under the new FBIS, including the Skilled Worker visa. Those eligible to apply for a visa via the Skilled Worker route must have a job offer from a sponsor (UK employer) and meet both the English language and salary requirements of the route.

This research provides important early insights into the decision-making process for workers who have migrated using the route, and for employers to recruit skilled migrant workers through the new Skilled Worker migration route.