United Kingdom · Skilled Worker Visa

Seasonal Worker visa (Temporary Work)

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✓ Verified against the official government source · Last verified 2026-06-22 · Our methodology
5.5/10 diff
Challenging

Requirements verified against the official government source.

Min income
Processing
21+ days
Path to PR
No
Job offer
Required

At a Glance

Visa Duration
6 months
Processing Time
21+ days
Min Income
Path to PR
No
Difficulty
5/10 — Challenging

Eligibility Requirements

RequirementDetails
Age Range18–65
Job Offer RequiredYes
Sponsorship RequiredYes
Health Insurance RequiredNo

Family & Rights

RightDetails
Path to Permanent ResidencyNo

Related Pathways

Cost of Living

London
Single (monthly)€3,977
Family (monthly)€6,800
Rent 1BR (center)€2,734
Groceries€994
Transport pass€239
Manchester
Single (monthly)€2,340
Family (monthly)€4,200
Rent 1BR (center)€1,287
Groceries€585
Transport pass€140
Edinburgh
Single (monthly)€2,340
Family (monthly)€4,250
Rent 1BR (center)€1,287
Groceries€585
Transport pass€140

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Seasonal Worker visa (Temporary Work)?

The Seasonal Worker visa (Temporary Work) is an immigration pathway offered by United Kingdom. It falls under the Skilled Worker Visa category.

Can the Seasonal Worker visa (Temporary Work) lead to permanent residency?

No — this is a temporary pathway and does not itself lead to permanent residence. Holders often switch to a different route to pursue settlement.

Are there alternative pathways to United Kingdom?

Yes. United Kingdom offers 23 other immigration pathways. Compare all options on our United Kingdom country page.

What is the cost of living in United Kingdom?

Monthly costs for a single person in city center: London: €3,977/mo; Manchester: €2,340/mo; Edinburgh: €2,340/mo. These include rent, groceries, transport, and utilities.

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Data last verified: 2026-06-22 · See our methodology

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