Construction and building trades not elsewhere classified: Skilled Worker visa salary

Questions about SOC 5319

What salary do construction and building trades not elsewhere classified need for a UK Skilled Worker visa?

For a Skilled Worker visa in SOC 5319 (construction and building trades not elsewhere classified), you need a salary of at least £41,700 a year: the general minimum, which is above this occupation's £33,400 going rate. New entrants, such as recent graduates, people under 26 or those switching from a Student or Graduate visa, need at least £33,400. It is on the Temporary Shortage List, so new applicants can be sponsored if their certificate is issued before 31 December 2026.

What is the going rate for SOC 5319?

The going rate for Construction and building trades not elsewhere classified (SOC 5319) is £33,400 a year (£17.13 an hour) for a 37.5-hour week. It must be pro-rated for other working patterns.

Can a new graduate be sponsored in SOC 5319?

Yes, if the job meets the new-entrant rate: at least £33,400 a year, which is 70% of the going rate and no less than £33,400. New-entrant rates can be used for up to four years in total.

Who decides which occupation code a job uses?

Your sponsor chooses the SOC 2020 code when it assigns your certificate of sponsorship. It must match the job's actual duties, not just its title.

Related occupations

• 5311 Steel erectorsFrom £41,700
• 5312 Stonemasons and related tradesOnly if already on a Skilled Worker visa
• 5313 BricklayersOnly if already on a Skilled Worker visa
• 5314 Roofers, roof tilers and slatersOnly if already on a Skilled Worker visa
• 5315 Plumbers and heating and ventilating installers and repairersFrom £41,700
• 5316 Carpenters and joinersOnly if already on a Skilled Worker visa