UK Work Visas
UK Tier 2 (Minister Of Religion) Visa
The Tier 2 (Minister of Religion) visa is a sponsored work visa specifically for Ministers of Religion coming to the UK to perform pastoral duties. The Tier 2 (Minister of Religion) visa also caters to individuals coming to the UK as a missionary or member of a religious order, such as a monk, nun or member of similar religious communities.
Tier 2 (Minister of Religion) Visa Requirements
To qualify for a Tier 2 (Minister of Religion) visa under the UK points-based system, applicants must score a minimum of 70 points for attributes including sponsorship, English language and maintenance (available funds).
Tier 2 (Minister of Religion) visa applicants must have a Certificate of Sponsorship from a sponsor to claim points for sponsorship.
Acceptable duties to be performed by applicants under the Tier 2 (Minister of Religion) visa include:
- Leading worship;
- Preaching or teaching religious education;
- Officiating at marriages, funerals and other religious services;
- Offering counselling or welfare support to members of a congregation;
- Recruiting, training or coordinating the work of local volunteers and preachers; and
- Organising missionary activities.
Tier 2 (Minister of Religion) visa applicants may also be required to meet certain health and character requirements.
Tier 2 (Minister of Religion) Visa Entitlements
A Tier 2 (Minister or Religion) visa entitles the holder to live and work in the UK temporarily. A Tier 2 (Minister of Religion) visa is usually granted for an initial period of up to three (3) years and extensions may be granted.
Spouses and unmarried children under 18 years of age can make their own visa application to accompany their spouse or parent to the UK but applications will be considered separately.
The Tier 2 (Minister of Religion) visa may lead to Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) which entitles individuals to permanent residency in the UK.
Tier 2 (Minister of Religion) Visa Processing Time and Costs
| SPONSORED WORKER (TIER 2) MINISTER OF RELIGION | OUTSIDE THE UK (ENTRY CLEARANCE) | INSIDE THE UK (FLR) |
|---|---|---|
| Government Main Application Fee | UK£400 | UK£550 |
| Government Partner Application Fee | UK£400 | UK£275/550* |
| Government Child Application Fee | UK£400 | UK£275/550* |
| Premium Migration Service | US$1999 | |
| Processing Times | 1-12 weeks | 4-16 weeks |
* The reduced fee will be applicable when the dependent applies at the same time with the main applicant.
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