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Here Are The Most Popular Jobs For Tier 2 Applications In 2016!

Overseas applicants applying for work need a tier 2 sponsor before they can apply for a tier 2 visa. Here is a summary of 2016 tier 2 visa applications.

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Bar chart showing most popular UK Tier 2 sponsorship visa sectors including health, IT, and engineering

Tier 2 Visa Applications

UK-based organisations that want to employ applicants from outside the EEA and Switzerland require a valid Tier 2 sponsorship licence. Overseas Applicants wishing to apply for work in the UK will need a Tier 2 Sponsor before they can apply for leave to enter or leave to remain in the UK under a Tier 2 visa. Below, we have summarised the top sectors in which applications for Tier 2 visas were made.

QC Immigration: Tier 2 Visa & Sponsorship Licence

We have successfully assisted both Tier 2 companies and employees with success in various sectors. Do get in touch with us should you require help in hiring foreign workers or working for a Sponsor company. For additional information, please also see our pages on Tier 2 General visas and Employer Sponsorship Licences.

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Qiyin Chuah Founder & Principal

Qiyin is a recognised industry expert with nearly two decades of legal experience.

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Qiyin Chuah Founder & Principal, IAA Level 3

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