Elementary process plant occupations not elsewhere classified (SOC 9139) jobs cannot be sponsored for a Skilled Worker, Global Business Mobility or Scale-up visa, whatever the salary.
Job titles in SOC 9139 include: Factory worker, Fitter’s mate, Labourer (engineering), Material handler.
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A rough guide, not immigration advice. Check the rules on GOV.UK.
Check the going rate for SOC 9139 →
A rough guide, not immigration advice. Check the rules on GOV.UK.
Check the going rate for SOC 9139 →
A rough guide, not immigration advice. Check the rules on GOV.UK.
Check the going rate for SOC 9139 →
A rough guide, not immigration advice. Check the rules on GOV.UK.
Source: Immigration Rules Appendix Skilled Occupations and the Temporary Shortage List on GOV.UK, as of 13 October 2026. A guide, not immigration advice: PhD discounts, the Immigration Salary List and pre-April-2024 transitional rates aren't covered.