🇬🇧 United Kingdom · Free Movement
Frontier Worker permit — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Job offer | Required |
| Employer sponsor | Required |
| Age range | 18–65 |
Duration & renewal
Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://www.gov.uk/frontier-worker-permit.
Frequently asked
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
Job offer
https://www.gov.uk/frontier-worker-permit · verified 2026-06-25
Employer sponsor
https://www.gov.uk/frontier-worker-permit · verified 2026-06-25
Age range
https://www.gov.uk/frontier-worker-permit · verified 2026-06-25
No direct PR path
“You need to get a Frontier Worker permit if you want to work in the UK but live in another country.”
https://www.gov.uk/frontier-worker-permit · verified 2026-06-25
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-25.