United Kingdom
UX/UI Designer Visa Route
Skilled Worker Visa
Tech companies and agencies across the UK actively sponsor UX/UI designers; a strong Figma-based portfolio is the key differentiator.
Minimum Salary
£38,700
Processing Time
3–8 weeks
Path to PR
~5 years
Job Offer
Required
Language requirement:
B1 CEFR
Eligibility requirements
- 1Degree in Design, HCI, Computer Science or related field — or strong portfolio-based experience
- 2Job offer from a UK-licensed Skilled Worker sponsor at RQF Level 6+
- 3Minimum salary of £38,700 or the going rate for SOC 2166 (Graphic/UX Designers)
- 4Portfolio demonstrating end-to-end UX/product design work
- 5Proficiency in Figma, Sketch or Adobe XD
- 6English at B1 CEFR level
Document checklist
- Valid passport
- Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS)
- Degree certificate or evidence of equivalent design experience
- Online portfolio (Behance, Dribbble, personal site)
- English language evidence
- TB test certificate (if applicable)
- Bank statements showing £1,270
Step-by-step process
- 1
Build a strong UX/UI portfolio in Figma showcasing research, wireframes, prototypes and final UI
- 2
Apply for Product Designer or UX/UI Designer roles at UK tech companies with sponsor licences
- 3
Receive job offer and Certificate of Sponsorship
- 4
Apply online for Skilled Worker visa and pay fees and IHS
- 5
Attend UKVCAS biometrics appointment
- 6
Receive decision and travel to the UK
Official source
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