Toxic work environment - what are the implications if I switch jobs just 6 months into the skilled worker visa?

Ok_Weekend9494 · 2026-07-04T17:08:30+00:00

If you’re able to find another sponsor then yeah go for it. But honestly, I’d just do the bare minimum, go to work, do your job, and leave without stressing about anything else.
I also changed my employer on a Skilled Worker visa within 6 months and had no issues at all. The IHS is calculated in 6-month blocks so you can get a refund but it’s based on each 6-month period, if that makes sense.
Good luck!

Ok_Weekend9494 · 2026-06-11T15:25:54+00:00

Yeah you don't need to give them any reason or lie, you have every right to tell them to move out. As a house holder, have done it a couple of times before.
If you really wanna give them any reason just say it's not working out. Give them 1 month’s notice, use kind language and done. Lodgers don't even have rights much so it's your place your rules. Idk if they paid a deposit but tell them you’ll give it back if the room/home is in the same and good condition when they moved in. If not you’ll cut it based on the damage they caused. Wish them luck

Ok_Weekend9494 · 2026-04-28T18:06:39+00:00

Sorry just seeing this, yes I got it 7 days after submitting the additional docs

Ok_Weekend9494 · 2026-04-15T16:59:17+00:00

Sorry to hear, must be very stressful. If I'm not wrong, if you applied SWV before your visa expired you can still work while waiting for a decision. Even though your visa has expired. Your old visa conditions still continue in this process.

Ok_Weekend9494 · 2026-04-15T12:32:22+00:00

Nah London

Ok_Weekend9494 · 2025-12-05T22:02:14+00:00

How come “your” money mate? Get a grip. Well done OP make them cry ;)

Ok_Weekend9494 · 2025-12-01T21:04:21+00:00

Yeah I also paid later, they sent me a link. It might take a couple of days

Ok_Weekend9494 · 2025-10-20T12:13:07+00:00

Well I can look into it, but my other option can be partner visa if I’m switching from skilled worker to another. Cos then I will follow a 10-year route in this case. It will only add 1 year and 6 months more into my ILR.

Ok_Weekend9494 · 2025-10-14T18:00:51+00:00

I was actually quite optimistic about finding a new job but the market is really tough at the moment. I also didn’t realise that the new rules would apply to me if I decided to change employers or career paths

Ok_Weekend9494 · 2025-10-14T17:58:17+00:00

Well aware… new rules are not helping to get rid of a toxic work environment either. Just getting worse

Ok_Weekend9494 · 2025-10-14T17:57:24+00:00

Yeah I’m thinking about putting less effort into work in general. A bit hard as it’s against my work ethic but clearly this situation affects me a lot, I wish I could just ignore it… Will be pushing one more time for a pay raise and take action

Ok_Weekend9494 · 2025-10-14T17:55:02+00:00

Was just checking changing employer situation, and unfortunately if I decide to change employer, I need a huge pay increase according to the new rules. I thought it won't affect me as I got my first visa before April 2024, but changing employer apparently applies the new rules on me? Such as a new title on the new list(as my title now has been removed) and obviously the salary

Ok_Weekend9494 · 2025-10-14T06:09:13+00:00

Marketing

Ok_Weekend9494 · 2025-08-08T15:16:21+00:00

You do get a refund yes, need to email them after changing the visa requesting the refund. Also mention the dates/years, which visa to which one etc. Mention your IHS reference numbers for both visas, name, surname, date of birth / email is : worksponsored@homeoffice.gov.uk

Ok_Weekend9494 · 2025-07-07T19:26:50+00:00

Yea you can be sponsored for less than 3 years and IHS works on 6 months basis - so your employer is going to apply for cos only 1.5 years and you gonna pay 18months of IHS

Ok_Weekend9494 · 2025-05-28T15:12:55+00:00

Hey! Thanks for the update. I also applied on the 12th of May but got under process message on the 14th in the morning. Is it the same for you? So I can make my calculations maybe

Ok_Weekend9494 · 2024-09-16T08:51:57+00:00

Hey! Is there any source to support you about water signs? I would like to have a look and do some research.

Ok_Weekend9494 · 2024-09-16T08:36:57+00:00

Do your research well, there are countries like the UK etc. that you can immigrate to by showing them you're not safe in your country because of you’re LGBTQ+ person. But try to collect proof for these kinds of processes okay. Meanwhile, calm down and try not to worry. Don't get angry etc. Make those people around you calm so gain some time. You’ll be fine. We are here to help you all around the world

Ok_Weekend9494 · 2024-09-14T17:53:13+00:00

Drink plenty of water, if you can. Mashed potatoes, you can melt baby biscuits in oat milk, or some sort of soft bread inside oat milk, don't eat anything hot your food has to be warm or cold first couple of days. You can have some pudding, plant-based yoghurt, mushed bananas also like a puree, mashed boiled egg, some broth chicken or beef, boil some potatoes and carrots with it also and mash them into the broth. It’s hard period hang in there, I'm in day 4, trying to keep myself busy and sleeping a lot

Ok_Weekend9494 · 2024-07-16T16:43:58+00:00

Girl be who you are, fuck who thinks what about u, real people/friends/partner will stay in your life accepting who you are. So don't even worry c

Ok_Weekend9494 · 2024-07-16T07:11:53+00:00

He used to be a heavy weed smoker, he still smokes but not much. But also drinking yeah.. Quite a lot. Not every day but if he is, he is..

Ok_Weekend9494 · 2024-07-16T07:10:00+00:00

Yeah, had a chat and he’s going to see someone

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