For Accountant roles (SOC 2421), the salary threshold is £38,700 under the UK Immigration Rules. Salary offered was below the going rate for SOC 2421.

Skilled Worker Visa: Accountant — Refusal Reasons

This page covers refusal reasons for Accountant applications under the UK Skilled Worker Visa.

Based on current UK Home Office immigration rules (updated 2026)

For Accountant roles (SOC 2421), the salary threshold is £38,700. SOC 2421 covers chartered and certified accountants.

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What key facts should you know?

• SOC code for Accountant: 2421
• Salary threshold: £38,700
• SOC 2421 covers chartered and certified accountants.
• Sponsor must hold a valid Skilled Worker sponsor licence and assign a COS

Why This Matters

• Salary offered was below the going rate for SOC 2421
• Certificate of Sponsorship contained errors or was not correctly assigned
• Role did not clearly meet the skill threshold for Accountant at RQF Level 3 or above

What salary do I need as a Accountant on the Skilled Worker Visa?

The salary must meet £38,700 or the going rate for SOC 2421, whichever is higher. SOC 2421 covers chartered and certified accountants.

What SOC code applies to Accountant roles?

SOC 2421 is the standard occupation code for Accountant roles.