UK Points-Based Immigration System (PBS)
Guidance for Skilled, Talent, and Business Visa Applicants
The Points-Based System (PBS) governs most of the UK’s modern work and business visa routes. Legate Hub Immigration provides expert guidance for individuals and employers navigating PBS eligibility, sponsorship, and compliance.
Explore PBS Visa OptionsWhat is the Points-Based System?
The UK Points-Based Immigration System (PBS) evaluates visa applicants based on key criteria such as skills, qualifications, job offer, salary, and English proficiency. Applicants must achieve a minimum number of points — typically 70 — through a combination of mandatory and tradeable factors.
Legate Hub ensures that all PBS submissions meet Home Office evidential requirements, including employer sponsorship, compliance, and eligibility validation.
How Points Are Awarded
| Category | Points | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Job Offer from Approved Sponsor | 20 | Must be from a Home Office–licensed employer |
| Skilled Role (RQF Level 3+) | 20 | Occupation must meet minimum skill level |
| English Language Requirement | 10 | Applicant must meet CEFR B1 English level |
| Salary Level / Tradeable Points | 20 | Based on salary band or shortage occupation |
| Additional Attributes | Variable | PhD qualifications, shortage occupations, or specialist roles |
Visa Routes Under the Points-Based System
Applicants can qualify for UK entry or stay under several routes within the PBS framework. Click below to explore detailed guidance for each category:
Employer Sponsorship & Compliance
Most PBS work routes require sponsorship from a UK employer. Sponsors must hold a valid Home Office–issued Sponsor Licence and maintain full compliance with immigration record-keeping duties.
Legate Hub assists both sponsors and applicants in ensuring accuracy, compliance, and Home Office readiness at every stage of the process.
Learn About Sponsor LicencesNavigate the UK Points-Based System with Confidence
Legate Hub Immigration offers professional support for both individuals and organisations applying under the UK Points-Based System. From Skilled Worker to Innovator Founder visas, we ensure each case is meticulously prepared for Home Office submission.
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