For Marketing Manager roles (SOC 1133), the salary threshold is £38,700 under the UK Immigration Rules. Salary offered was below the going rate for SOC 1133.

Skilled Worker Visa: Marketing Manager — Sponsor Requirements

This page covers sponsor requirements for Marketing Manager applications under the UK Skilled Worker Visa.

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

For Marketing Manager roles (SOC 1133), the salary threshold is £38,700. Marketing management requires evidence of role seniority.

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What key facts should you know?

• SOC code for Marketing Manager: 1133
• Salary threshold: £38,700
• Marketing management requires evidence of role seniority.
• 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 1133
• Certificate of Sponsorship contained errors or was not correctly assigned
• Role did not clearly meet the skill threshold for Marketing Manager at RQF Level 3 or above

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

The salary must meet £38,700 or the going rate for SOC 1133, whichever is higher. Marketing management requires evidence of role seniority.

What SOC code applies to Marketing Manager roles?

SOC 1133 is the standard occupation code for Marketing Manager roles.