| Characteristics | Mandatory/Tradeable | Points |
| Offer of job by approved sponsor | Mandatory | 20 |
| Job at appropriate skill level | Mandatory | 20 |
| Speaks English at required level | Mandatory | 10 |
| Salary meets the general threshold of £41,700 and the full "going rate" for the occupation code, whichever is higher | Tradeable | 20 |
| Job is on the Immigration Salary List (reduced general threshold of £33,400, but the full going rate for the occupation still applies) | Tradeable | 20 |
| Relevant PhD qualification for the job (salary at least 90% of the going rate; reduced general threshold £37,500) | Tradeable | 10 |
| Relevant PhD in a STEM subject for the job (salary at least 80% of the going rate; reduced general threshold £33,400) | Tradeable | 20 |
Figures reflect the Skilled Worker salary rules in force since 22 July 2025. Occupation-specific going rates and further discount options (new entrant, health and care) are set out in the official gov.uk Skilled Worker salary guidance — treat this table as a starting point, not a final assessment.
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