UK Visa Sponsorship for Ni-Vanuatu Nationals
Grants by year
| Year | Skilled Worker | Health & Care Worker | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2022 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 2023 | 17 | 0 | 17 |
| 2024 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 2025 | 5 | 1 | 6 |
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.
Sponsorship for ni-vanuatu nationals is uncommon. Just 6 grants in 2025. It still happens, but there are fewer licensed employers to compete for. Use the search below for current openings.
Frequently asked questions
How many ni-vanuatu nationals got UK work visas in 2025? In 2025, 6 ni-vanuatu nationals were granted UK work visas: 5 via Skilled Worker and 1 via Health & Care Worker.
What are the most common jobs ni-vanuatu nationals get sponsored for? Home Office data shows the top occupations for ni-vanuatu nationals on Skilled Worker or Health & Care Worker visas are: Sales accounts and business development managers, Advertising and marketing associate professionals, Programmers and software development professionals. Full breakdown in the table above.
Can ni-vanuatu nationals apply for the Skilled Worker visa? Yes. Nationality doesn't affect Skilled Worker eligibility. Ni-Vanuatu 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 ni-vanuatu nationals? Any UK employer with a Home Office sponsor licence can hire ni-vanuatu nationals. Every company listed on Hunt UK Visa Sponsors holds one. Search jobs or browse the sponsor directory below.