UK Visa Sponsorship for Senegalese Nationals
Grants by year
| Year | Skilled Worker | Health & Care Worker | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 6 | 1 | 7 |
| 2022 | 17 | 0 | 17 |
| 2023 | 4 | 4 | 8 |
| 2024 | 5 | 1 | 6 |
| 2025 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
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 senegalese nationals is uncommon. Just 7 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 senegalese nationals got UK work visas in 2025? In 2025, 7 senegalese nationals were granted UK work visas: 7 via Skilled Worker and 0 via Health & Care Worker.
What are the most common jobs senegalese nationals get sponsored for? Home Office data shows the top occupations for senegalese nationals on Skilled Worker or Health & Care Worker visas are: Finance and investment analysts and advisers, IT business analysts, architects and systems designers, Production managers and directors in manufacturing. Full breakdown in the table above.
Can senegalese nationals apply for the Skilled Worker visa? Yes. Nationality doesn't affect Skilled Worker eligibility. Senegalese 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 senegalese nationals? Any UK employer with a Home Office sponsor licence can hire senegalese nationals. Every company listed on Hunt UK Visa Sponsors holds one. Search jobs or browse the sponsor directory below.