Islamabad, July 23, 2025: The United Kingdom has officially updated its Skilled Worker Temporary Shortage List (TSOL), effective 22 July 2025, opening the door for international applicants — including Pakistanis — across more than 70 occupations in UK skilled job opportunities.
If you have been thinking about working in the UK, this is your chance especially if you don’t fall in the “highly skilled” bracket but still bring solid experience and relevant skills.
This move aims to fill urgent labour shortages in key industries and keep essential services running smoothly.
What Is the UK Temporary Shortage List?
The Temporary Shortage List is a fast-track route for work visa applicants. If your job is on this list and you meet the salary criteria, you can apply for a Skilled Worker visa without facing strict red tape. You can also extend your visa or switch from another type more easily.
Good news: Discounted salary thresholds apply to:
- New entrants
- PhD holders
- Skilled Workers with visa history before April 2024
Who Can Apply?
You’re eligible if:
- You’re outside the UK and applying for a Skilled Worker visa
- You’re already in the UK and extending your visa
- You’re switching visa types
- You work in STEM, construction, healthcare, IT, fashion, creative or trade sectors
- Make sure your job matches the official occupation code.
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Key Occupations & Salaries
Here’s a quick look at some key jobs now on the list:
Engineering & Technical
- Pipe Fitters – £46,000 (Standard), £40,400 (Lower)
- Electricians – £38,800 / £31,500
- Plumbers & HVAC – £38,100 / £31,400
- Construction Supervisors – £41,800 / £34,600
IT & Data
- Data Analysts – £34,900 / £28,600
- IT Support Technicians – £35,200 / £27,700
- Database Admins – £34,600 / £29,200
Fashion & Creative
- Fashion Designers – £36,500 / £29,100
- AV Operators – £33,400 / £25,400
- Authors/Translators – £36,100 / £29,800
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Finance & Admin
- Financial Technicians – £48,700 / £32,900
- HR Officers – £33,400 / £27,100
How to Apply
- Match your job with the correct occupation code
- Check salary threshold (Standard or Lower)
- Make sure your employer is a licensed UK sponsor
- Apply via the UK Home Office Skilled Worker Visa portal
Why Apply Now?
This shortage list is temporary, and the UK needs workers now. The earlier you apply, the better your chances before policies shift again.
Whether you’re a data analyst in Lahore or a plumber in Rawalpindi, the UK is calling — and your skills might be exactly what they need.
