Fishmongers and poultry dressers SOC 5433

Fishmongers and poultry dressers (SOC 5433) does not currently qualify for UK Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. It is classified as medium skilled and would need to be added to the Immigration Salary List or Temporary Shortage Occupation List before employers could sponsor for it. There are closely related roles that do qualify, listed further down.

What does a fishmongers and poultry dresser do?

Fishmongers and poultry dressers clean, cut and prepare fish and poultry for processing or sale.

Typical tasks

scrubs, de-scales, heads, guts, washes and bones fish
cuts and slits fish for curing by hand or machine
Care for livestock prior to processing and through the slaughter stage
Handles through manual or mechanical means; the removal of feathers and internal organs, the extraction of edible offal, the removal of feet and head from poultry carcasses, trims, fillets, portions, trusses, dresses, weighs or prepares for packing
Handles through manual or mechanical means; the weighing, labelling, packing and stacking of finished product as required
Oversees quality assurance, food hygiene, product changeover, or other food production KPIs, and supervise others who are conducting tasks as required
Responsible for ensuring all slaughter and poultry processing equipment and plant goes through a gross debris clearance, power washed with water lances, food safety detergents application, rinsed with water, sanitiser application ensuring that it reaches the required food hygiene standards

Typical entry routes and qualifications

Academic qualifications are not normally required. Training is typically provided on-the-job.

Visa sponsorship requirements

SponsorshipNot eligible

Skill levelMedium Skilled (RQF Level 3+)

Visa issuanceSoon

What this means for you

SOC 5433 is classified as medium skilled but does not currently appear on the Immigration Salary List or Temporary Shortage List, so it's not currently eligible for new sponsorship.

If you're interested in this field, you have a few options:

Check the eligible alternative occupation codes listed below — some closely related roles do qualify.
Explore other visa routes that may not require employer sponsorship.
Search for roles under eligible SOC codes in a similar field.

Roles under SOC 5433

Fishmongers Poultry dressers Fishmongers and poultry dressers

Frequently asked questions

Can fishmongers and poultry dressers get a UK Skilled Worker visa?

Not under SOC 5433. Fishmongers and poultry dressers is classified as Medium Skilled, which doesn't meet the requirements for Skilled Worker sponsorship right now. That said, some closely related occupation codes in the same field are eligible, so have a look at the related codes section on this page.

What job titles are covered by SOC 5433?

SOC 5433 covers a range of fishmongers and poultry dressers roles, including: Fishmongers, Poultry dressers, Fishmongers and poultry dressers not elsewhere classified.. Keep in mind that the Home Office matches jobs by duties rather than title alone. Two roles with the same title can fall under different SOC codes depending on the actual work involved.

What are my visa options if I work as a fishmongers and poultry dressers?

SOC 5433 itself doesn't qualify, but that doesn't mean you're out of options. The most common workaround is finding a closely related role that falls under an eligible SOC code. We've listed any eligible alternatives further up this page. It's also worth looking into visa routes that aren't tied to a specific occupation, like the Global Talent visa, Graduate visa, or High Potential Individual visa.

This information is provided as guidance only and should not be treated as legal advice. Eligibility criteria and salary thresholds are based on the latest published government data. Always verify with the official UK government guidance or seek professional immigration advice.