How to Apply for UK Seasonal Worker Visa Program

by Dimlaw 9 months ago
Updated: 9 months ago

Are you a Nigerian and you want to benefit from the UK seasonal worker visa program?

The UK  is an avenue for Nigerians to take advantage of job opportunities in the UK. You can work and earn money in the UK particularly if you are in the horticulture and poultry sectors. The visa is for temporary work and only valid for 6 months which makes it ideal for people that want to work abroad for a short period and return to their native country afterwards.

In this guide, we will show you how you can apply the for UK Seasonal Worker Visa in 2024.

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Things You Should Know

To be eligible for the UK Seasonal Worker Visa, you must meet the following requirements:

  • Age Requirement: Only adults that are above the age of 18 are eligible to apply for the UK seasonal worker visa.
  • Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS): You will need a certificate of sponsorship reference number from your UK employer. You can get this document from your sponsor and it is valid for three months.
  • Financial Requirement: The sumof atleast least £1,270 to support yourself. The visa policy requires that the money must be available for 28 days from the date of your application. However, if your UK sponsor agrees to cover your costs, the certificate of sponsorship must state that your employer will cover you for the first month with at least £1,270.
  • Job Offer: You are required to have a job offer in the horticulture sector.
  • Application Timing: Applicants must be outside the UK and application must be completed three months before the date of job comencement in your certificate of sponsorship.

Required Documents

  • A valid passport with a blank page for your visa.
  • The CoS reference number given by your sponsor.
  • Bank statements or any other document that proves you have sufficient money to support yourself in the UK.
  • Certified translation of any document that is not in English or Welsh.

How to Apply

To apply for a UK Seasonal Work Visa, you will need to meet certain eligibility requirements and submit an application through the UK government website.

Here are the steps to apply for a UK Seasonal Work Visa:

  • Fill out the application form on the UK Government’s Visas and immigration website [www.gov.uk/seasonal-worker-visa/apply].
  • Upload your photographed and scanned documents on the online portal.
  • Pay the sum of £259 as a visa fee upon completion of your application.
  • Book an appointment with a visa application center.

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