UK Visa Sponsorship for Saudi Arabian Nationals
Grants by year
| Year | Skilled Worker | Health & Care Worker | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2021 | 20 | 25 | 45 |
| 2022 | 32 | 44 | 76 |
| 2023 | 32 | 39 | 71 |
| 2024 | 20 | 18 | 38 |
| 2025 | 33 | 15 | 48 |
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 saudi arabian nationals is uncommon. Just 48 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 saudi arabian nationals got UK work visas in 2025? In 2025, 48 saudi arabian nationals were granted UK work visas: 33 via Skilled Worker and 15 via Health & Care Worker.
What are the most common jobs saudi arabian nationals get sponsored for? Home Office data shows the top occupations for saudi arabian nationals on Skilled Worker or Health & Care Worker visas are: Generalist medical practitioners, Finance and investment analysts and advisers, Specialist medical practitioners. Full breakdown in the table above.
Can saudi arabian nationals apply for the Skilled Worker visa? Yes. Nationality doesn't affect Skilled Worker eligibility. Saudi Arabian 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 saudi arabian nationals? Any UK employer with a Home Office sponsor licence can hire saudi arabian nationals. Every company listed on Hunt UK Visa Sponsors holds one. Search jobs or browse the sponsor directory below.
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