Seasonal Worker Visa (Horticulture)
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 180 days
- Processing time
- 3 weeks
- Fee
- £319
- Validity
- Up to 6 months
- Entry
- Single entry
For seasonal agricultural workers in horticulture (fruit, vegetable, and flower picking). Can apply year-round. Cannot bring family members. Cannot take permanent roles or claim public funds. Entry permitted up to 14 days before job start date. No healthcare surcharge as stay is 6 months or less when applying from outside the UK.
Eligibility
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Age
Must be at least 18 years old
Min age: 18
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Employment
Must have a Certificate of Sponsorship from a licensed employer for horticulture work
Required status: Sponsored for seasonal horticulture work
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Financial
Must have at least £1,270 available or employer must certify maintenance
Minimum funds: £1,270
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
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Proof of funds
Accepted forms: Bank statements or employer certification of maintenance; Minimum amount: £1,270
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Biometrics appointment
Booking url: https://www.gov.uk/seasonal-worker-visa/apply; Location: Visa application centre or UK Immigration: ID Check app
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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: Online payment; Amount: £319
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Sponsorship certificate
Certificate name: Certificate of Sponsorship; Sponsor type: Licensed seasonal worker employer
How to apply
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Document gathering
Obtain Certificate of Sponsorship from your licensed seasonal worker employer
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Online application
Apply online for the Seasonal Worker visa up to 3 months before your work start date
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Fee payment
Pay the visa application fee
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Biometrics
Prove your identity at a visa application centre or via the UK Immigration: ID Check app
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Processing wait
Wait for a decision on your application