Seasonal Worker Visa (Temporary Work)

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Seasonal Worker Visa

The Seasonal Worker Visa allows individuals to work temporarily in the UK in specific industries, including horticulture and poultry production. Workers can stay for up to six months or, for poultry roles, between October and December.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for a Seasonal Worker Visa, applicants must:

Be 18 or older at the time of application
Have a Certificate of Sponsorship from a Home Office-approved sponsor
Plan to work in an eligible horticulture or poultry production job in the UK
Have at least £1,270 in their bank account for 28 consecutive days within the 31 days before applying
Note that the Seasonal Worker visa route has been extended until 2029, providing long-term stability for businesses

Be valid scheme operators, endorsed by DEFRA and licensed by the Gangmasters and Labour Abuse Authority

Provide a safe work environment, fair treatment, and employment contracts in both English and the worker’s first language

Ensure proper payment in line with National Minimum Wage regulations

Comply with increased government checks to ensure worker welfare standards are met

Frequently Asked Questionss\

Only horticulture and poultry production workers can apply.

You can stay in the UK for the duration of your job, as stated on your Certificate of Sponsorship.

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