Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS): occupation codes
Updated 10 April 2024
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These research jobs may require an ATAS certificate when applying for a visa as a:
- Skilled Worker
- Senior or Specialist Worker (Global Business Mobility)
- Graduate Trainee (Global Business Mobility)
- UK Expansion Worker (Global Business Mobility)
- Secondment Worker (Global Business Mobility)
- Service Supplier (Global Business Mobility)
- Government Authorised Exchange Worker
- International Agreement Worker
| Occupation code | Job type |
|---|---|
| 2111 | Chemical scientists |
| 2112 | Biological scientists |
| 2113 | Biochemists and biomedical scientists |
| 2114 | Physical scientists |
| 2115 | Social and humanities scientists |
| 2119 | Natural and social science professionals not elsewhere classified |
| 2122 | Mechanical engineers |
| 2123 | Electrical engineers |
| 2124 | Electronics engineers |
| 2125 | Production and process engineers |
| 2126 | Aerospace engineers |
| 2127 | Engineering project managers and project engineers |
| 2129 | Engineering professionals not elsewhere classified |
| 2161 | Research and development (R&D) managers |
| 2162 | Other researchers, unspecified discipline |
| 2311 | Higher education teaching professionals |
| 3111 | Laboratory technicians |
| 3112 | Electrical and electronics technicians |
| 3113 | Engineering technicians |
| 3114 | Building and civil engineering technicians |
| 5234 | Aircraft maintenance and related trades |
If you’re a Student sponsor, read the guidance on checking whether a worker needs an ATAS certificate.