Check if you need a UK visa: Information based on your answers

You need a visa as a religious worker

Based on your answers, you might be eligible for 2 visas.

Religious Worker visa (Temporary Work) If you want to stay up to 2 years

You may be able to do non-pastoral work or be part of a religious order.

Need a job offer

Yes

Your offer must be from a UK employer that's a registered sponsor for this visa

Need a minimum salary

No

Need knowledge of English

No

Initial visa length

Up to 2 years

Can extend

Depends on initial visa

You may be able to extend up to a maximum stay of 2 years. To stay longer, you may be able to switch to another visa

Can settle

No

Settling means you can live permanently in the UK. If you successfully apply, you can use this status to apply for citizenship

Find out more about the Religious Worker visa (Temporary Work)

Minister of Religion visa (T2) If you want to stay for longer

You may be able to do work within a faith community - for example as a minister of religion, missionary, or member of a religious order.

It’s more expensive than the Temporary Work - Religious Worker visa.

Need a job offer

Yes

Your offer must be from a UK employer that's a registered sponsor for this visa

Need a minimum salary

No

Need knowledge of English

Yes

You must usually prove you can read, write, speak and understand English

Initial visa length

Up to 3 years

Can extend

Yes, up to a maximum stay

You can stay for up to 6 years on this visa. To stay longer, you may be able to switch to another visa or settle

Can settle

Yes - after 5 years

Settling means you can live permanently in the UK. If you successfully apply, you can use this status to apply for citizenship

Find out more about the Minister of Religion visa (T2)

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What’s your nationality as shown on your passport or travel document?
Italy
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What are you coming to the UK to do?
Work, academic visit or business
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How long are you planning to work in the UK for?
longer than 6 months
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Are you planning to work in any of these types of job?
Religious worker
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