Social Worker Visa Route

Eligibility requirements

• 1Social work degree approved by Social Work England (or equivalent overseas qualification)
• 2Social Work England (SWE) registration
• 3Job offer from a local authority, NHS trust or registered care provider
• 4Minimum salary of £37,336 or the going rate
• 5Enhanced DBS check (arranged by employer)
• 6English at B1 CEFR level

Document checklist

• Valid passport
• Certificate of Sponsorship
• Social Work England registration certificate
• Social work degree and transcripts
• English language evidence
• TB test certificate (if applicable)
• References from previous employers

Step-by-step process

1. 1

   Apply to Social Work England for overseas registration

2. 2

   Complete any additional assessment or supervised practice required

3. 3

   Register with Social Work England

4. 4

   Apply for social work roles through local authority or NHS portals

5. 5

   Employer issues Certificate of Sponsorship

6. 6

   Apply for Health and Care Worker visa and attend biometrics