PETITIONRejectedPetition · petition.parliament.uk
Allow Skilled Worker Visa holders to work up to 40 hours in the same occupation
Allow Skilled Worker Visa holders to work up to 40 hours per week in the same occupation for licensed sponsors, instead of the 20-hour restriction, to give them flexibility and stability in employment
Last fetched 03 May 2026 · petition.parliament.uk
Signatures
6
signatures
Government response threshold (10,000) · 6/10,000
Debate threshold (100,000) · 6/100,000
Background
Many Skilled Worker Visa holders face job shortages as some sponsors cannot provide enough shifts. This forces some to work illegally, harming the economy and reducing tax revenue. Allowing up to 40 hours per week in the same occupation instead of the 20-hour restriction, with any other company will increase productivity, boost government tax income, and reduce illegal employment in the UK. This change will also strengthen the UK workforce and economy.