WORK VISAS
Charity Worker Visa
About Charity Worker Visa
The Charity Worker Visa is for individuals coming to the UK to undertake unpaid voluntary work for a sponsoring charitable organisation. It is a temporary route designed to support genuine charitable work that aligns with the sponsor's aims, rather than paid employment. Eligibility depends on having a licensed sponsor, a genuine voluntary role and meeting the other Immigration Rules. RakLAW supports both volunteers and sponsoring charities through the process, making sure the role is clearly evidenced as voluntary and the application is presented in the strongest possible way.
Who this is for
- Volunteers taking up sponsored UK charitable work
- Sponsoring charities with a relevant licence
- Short-term volunteers supporting UK projects
- Applicants combining volunteering with UK experience
How RakLAW helps
- Confirm the role meets voluntary work requirements
- Advise charities on sponsorship and compliance
- Prepare clear, well-evidenced applications
- Support extensions or switching where eligible
Speak to a RakLAW solicitor about Charity Worker Visa
Book a confidential consultation with our immigration team. We'll assess your eligibility, talk through the strongest application route, and tell you what evidence you need.
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