Wise Route UK - UK Visa Sponsorship Directory
Find UK companies offering Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Search 130,000+ verified sponsors by industry, city and company size. Free AI assistant for UK immigration.
Find UK companies offering visa sponsorship
Wise Route UK provides the most comprehensive, searchable directory of UK companies that hold Skilled Worker sponsor licences issued by the UK Home Office. Whether you are looking for IT companies in London, healthcare employers in Manchester, or engineering firms in Birmingham, our directory covers 130,000+ verified sponsors.
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UK sponsor licence holders by industry
- Information Technology and Software
- Healthcare and NHS
- Engineering and Manufacturing
- Finance and Banking
- Education and Academia
- Hospitality and Catering
- Construction and Property
- Legal and Professional Services
- Retail and E-Commerce
- Energy and Utilities
UK visa sponsors by city
Browse the full list of UK cities with visa sponsoring employers
- UK visa sponsors in London
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- UK visa sponsors in Middlesbrough
- UK visa sponsors in Blackpool
- UK visa sponsors in Preston
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- UK visa sponsors in Bradford
- UK visa sponsors in York
- UK visa sponsors in Kingston upon Hull
- UK visa sponsors in Liverpool
- UK visa sponsors in Bolton
- UK visa sponsors in Manchester
- UK visa sponsors in Salford
- UK visa sponsors in Stockport
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- UK visa sponsors in Sheffield
- UK visa sponsors in Warrington
UK Skilled Worker visa cost calculator 2026
Calculate the total cost of your UK Skilled Worker visa application including visa fees, Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS), priority processing, dependant costs and more. Our free calculator gives you an accurate estimate based on the latest 2026 Home Office fees.
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Frequently asked questions about UK visa sponsorship
What are UK sponsor licence holders?
UK sponsor licence holders are companies approved by the Home Office to hire international workers on Skilled Worker visas. There are over 130,000 licensed sponsors in the UK across all industries.
How do I find UK companies that sponsor work visas?
Use Wise Route UK's free directory to search 130,000+ UK sponsors by industry, location and company size. Filter by cities like London, Manchester, Birmingham or sectors like IT, healthcare and engineering.
What is a Skilled Worker visa UK?
The Skilled Worker visa allows international workers to come to or stay in the UK for an eligible job with an approved employer (sponsor). You need a Certificate of Sponsorship from a licensed UK employer, must meet salary thresholds and English language requirements.
How much does a UK Skilled Worker visa cost in 2026?
UK Skilled Worker visa costs in 2026 start from £769 for up to 3 years or £1,519 for over 3 years when applying from outside the UK. Additional costs include the Immigration Health Surcharge (£1,035 per year) and priority processing fees. Use our free visa cost calculator for a personalised estimate.
How many companies sponsor UK work visas?
Over 130,000 UK companies currently hold active Skilled Worker sponsor licences. This list is maintained by the UK Home Office and updated regularly. Wise Route UK provides a searchable, enriched version of this official register.