For Project Manager roles (SOC 1132), the salary threshold is £38,700 under the UK Immigration Rules. Salary offered was below the going rate for SOC 1132.

Skilled Worker Visa: Project Manager — Salary Requirements

This page covers salary requirements for Project Manager applications under the UK Skilled Worker Visa.

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

For Project Manager roles (SOC 1132), the salary threshold is £38,700. Project management roles assessed under management codes.

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What key facts should you know?

• SOC code for Project Manager: 1132
• Salary threshold: £38,700
• Project management roles assessed under management codes.
• 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 1132
• Certificate of Sponsorship contained errors or was not correctly assigned
• Role did not clearly meet the skill threshold for Project Manager at RQF Level 3 or above

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

The salary must meet £38,700 or the going rate for SOC 1132, whichever is higher. Project management roles assessed under management codes.

What SOC code applies to Project Manager roles?

SOC 1132 is the standard occupation code for Project Manager roles.