UK Visa Sponsorship for Croatian Nationals
Grants by year
Data starts in 2020. The Skilled Worker route launched in December 2020 and the Health & Care Worker visa in August 2020, replacing earlier Tier 2 categories.
In 2025, 163 Croatian nationals were granted UK work visas on the Skilled Worker or Health & Care Worker routes, up 75% on 2024. About 98% came through the Skilled Worker route, spanning professional, technical, and managerial jobs.
The most common occupation for Croatian nationals in 2025 was Ship and hovercraft officers (53 grants), followed by Marine and waterways transport operatives (18) and Electricians and electrical fitters (13). Other eligible Skilled Worker occupations are sponsorable too, as long as the employer holds a Home Office sponsor licence and the role clears the salary and skill-level thresholds for its SOC code.
Search the roles below to see who's currently hiring Croatian nationals. Filter by sponsor licence, visa route, or occupation.
Top occupations for Croatian nationals
| # | Occupation | Grants | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ship and hovercraft officers | 53 | SWSkilled Worker |
| 2 | Marine and waterways transport operatives | 18 | SWSkilled Worker |
| 3 | Electricians and electrical fitters | 13 | SWSkilled Worker |
| 4 | Mechanical engineers | 12 | SWSkilled Worker |
| 5 | Programmers and software development professionals | 8 | SWSkilled Worker |
| 6 | Management consultants and business analysts | 6 | SWSkilled Worker |
| 7 | Construction and building trades n.e.c. | 4 | SWSkilled Worker |
| 8 | Natural and social science professionals n.e.c. | 4 | SWSkilled Worker |
| 9 | Actuaries, economists and statisticians | 3 | SWSkilled Worker |
| 10 | Health and safety managers and officers | 3 | SWSkilled Worker |
Full occupation distribution for Croatian nationals
Each rectangle is one occupation, sized by grant count and grouped by SOC major category. Color shows year-over-year change vs 2023. Total: 162 grants across 37 occupations.
Frequently asked questions
How many croatian nationals got UK work visas in 2025?
In 2025, 163 croatian nationals were granted UK work visas: 159 via Skilled Worker and 4 via Health & Care Worker.
What are the most common jobs croatian nationals get sponsored for?
Home Office data shows the top occupations for croatian nationals on Skilled Worker or Health & Care Worker visas are: Ship and hovercraft officers, Marine and waterways transport operatives, Electricians and electrical fitters. Full breakdown in the table above.
Can croatian nationals apply for the Skilled Worker visa?
Yes. Nationality doesn't affect Skilled Worker eligibility. Croatian nationals qualify if they have a job offer from a Home Office licensed sponsor, the role is on the eligible occupations list, and the salary meets the threshold (usually £41,700 or the going rate for that SOC code, whichever is higher).
Which UK companies sponsor croatian nationals?
Any UK employer with a Home Office sponsor licence can hire croatian nationals. Every company listed on Hunt UK Visa Sponsors holds one. Search jobs or browse the sponsor directory below.
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