{"id":1702,"date":"2025-10-20T04:47:33","date_gmt":"2025-10-20T04:47:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/?p=1702"},"modified":"2025-12-14T10:16:55","modified_gmt":"2025-12-14T10:16:55","slug":"skilled-worker-visa-shortage-occupation-list-in-uk","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/skilled-worker-visa-shortage-occupation-list-in-uk\/","title":{"rendered":"Skilled Worker Visa | Shortage Occupation List in UK"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Do you have a skilled worker visa and are looking for a job in the UK? With the recognition of the UK&nbsp;<strong>skilled worker visa<\/strong>&nbsp;in December 2020, employers can hire people from abroad having this type of visa only if the job is in the UK shortage occupation list. It is mandatory for employers or HR professionals who are involved in international recruitment to understand the rules and application methods of the UK\u2019s shortage skills list under the skilled worker visa.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On 4th April 2024, the UK government updated the shortage occupation list in UK under the skilled worker visa. In this article, we will discuss that but before jumping to that section, we need to discuss the UK\u2019s shortage occupation list 2024. So, let\u2019s discuss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/skilled-worker-visa-shortage-occupation-list-in-uk\/#What_is_the_shortage_occupation_list_in_UK\" >What is the shortage occupation list in UK?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/skilled-worker-visa-shortage-occupation-list-in-uk\/#Who_is_eligible_for_a_skilled_worker_visa_in_UK\" >Who is eligible for a skilled worker visa in UK?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/skilled-worker-visa-shortage-occupation-list-in-uk\/#Skilled_worker_visa_shortage_occupation_list_in_UK\" >Skilled worker visa shortage occupation list in UK<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/skilled-worker-visa-shortage-occupation-list-in-uk\/#Shortage_occupation_list_in_UK_under_skilled_worker_visa_Healthcare_Education_sector\" >Shortage occupation list in UK under skilled worker visa (Healthcare &amp; Education sector)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/skilled-worker-visa-shortage-occupation-list-in-uk\/#Advantages_of_shortage_occupation_list_in_UK_for_employers\" >Advantages of shortage occupation list in UK for employers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/skilled-worker-visa-shortage-occupation-list-in-uk\/#Lower_fees_for_visa_applications\" >Lower fees for visa applications<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/skilled-worker-visa-shortage-occupation-list-in-uk\/#Permission_to_work_in_a_second_job\" >Permission to work in a second job<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/skilled-worker-visa-shortage-occupation-list-in-uk\/#Salary_discount_for_ILR\" >Salary discount for ILR<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/skilled-worker-visa-shortage-occupation-list-in-uk\/#Tradeable_points\" >Tradeable points&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/skilled-worker-visa-shortage-occupation-list-in-uk\/#Dos_and_donts_of_having_a_skilled_worker_visa_in_UK\" >Do\u2019s and don\u2019ts of having a skilled worker visa in UK<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/skilled-worker-visa-shortage-occupation-list-in-uk\/#Dos_of_a_UK_skilled_worker_visa\" >Do\u2019s of a&nbsp; UK skilled worker visa<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/skilled-worker-visa-shortage-occupation-list-in-uk\/#Donts_of_a_UK_skilled_worker_visa\" >Don\u2019ts of a UK skilled worker visa<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/skilled-worker-visa-shortage-occupation-list-in-uk\/#How_long_can_you_stay_in_UK_with_a_skilled_worker_visa\" >How long can you stay in UK with a skilled worker visa?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/skilled-worker-visa-shortage-occupation-list-in-uk\/#Eligibility_to_switch_to_a_skilled_worker_visa\" >Eligibility to switch to a skilled worker visa<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/skilled-worker-visa-shortage-occupation-list-in-uk\/#Who_cant_apply_to_switch_to_a_skilled_worker_visa\" >Who can\u2019t apply to switch to a skilled worker visa<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/skilled-worker-visa-shortage-occupation-list-in-uk\/#Final_words\" >Final words<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/skilled-worker-visa-shortage-occupation-list-in-uk\/#FAQ\" >FAQ<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/skilled-worker-visa-shortage-occupation-list-in-uk\/#What_is_a_skilled_worker_visa\" >What is a skilled worker visa?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/skilled-worker-visa-shortage-occupation-list-in-uk\/#What_is_occupation_code_for_UK_visa\" >What is occupation code for UK visa?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/skilled-worker-visa-shortage-occupation-list-in-uk\/#What_is_the_occupation_code_6131\" >What is the occupation code 6131?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/skilled-worker-visa-shortage-occupation-list-in-uk\/#How_much_is_the_cost_of_a_skilled_worker_visa_in_UK\" >How much is the cost of a skilled worker visa in UK?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/skilled-worker-visa-shortage-occupation-list-in-uk\/#What_jobs_are_included_in_the_shortage_occupation_list_in_UK\" >What jobs are included in the shortage occupation list in UK?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/skilled-worker-visa-shortage-occupation-list-in-uk\/#What_is_the_shortage_occupation_list_in_UK-2\" >What is the shortage occupation list in UK?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/skilled-worker-visa-shortage-occupation-list-in-uk\/#How_much_can_I_earn_under_a_skilled_worker_visa_shortage_occupation_list_in_UK\" >How much can I earn under a skilled worker visa shortage occupation list in UK?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/skilled-worker-visa-shortage-occupation-list-in-uk\/#Who_can_switch_to_the_Skilled_worker_visa\" >Who can switch to the Skilled worker visa?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_shortage_occupation_list_in_UK\"><\/span><strong>What is the shortage occupation list in UK?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The shortage occupation list in UK for skilled worker visas is an official record of jobs by the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/uk-visas-and-immigration\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">UK immigration authority<\/a>, the Home Office that shows the staff shortage in UK. In other words, it is the official record of occupations by the UK government where there is a shortage of skilled workers in the UK. These jobs can only be offered to individuals obtaining health and care or&nbsp;<strong>skilled worker visas<\/strong>. A lack of local efficient workers creates opportunities for foreign nationals who have the required skills to apply for vacant jobs in UK.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_is_eligible_for_a_skilled_worker_visa_in_UK\"><\/span><strong>Who is eligible for a skilled worker visa in UK?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A skilled worker visa is the primary route for the non-UK resident workers who want to come to the United Kingdom to work. Under the new-point based immigration system, the non-UK resident must apply for a visa to work in the UK. The workers must be eligible to apply for the visa, covering attributes such as language, skills and salary requirements. The eligibility for a skilled worker visa in the UK is given below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-a5331a9e wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You must work for a UK employer that\u2019s been approved by the home office<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You must have a certificate from your employer covering information about the role you\u2019ve applied for in the UK<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Applied for a job under the shortage occupation list in UK<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You must be paid a minimum salary depending on the type of work you do&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Skilled_worker_visa_shortage_occupation_list_in_UK\"><\/span><strong>Skilled worker visa shortage occupation list in UK<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Under the skilled worker visa, if your job is included in the shortage occupation list in UK, you can be paid 80% of the jobs going rate for the occupation code. The annual salaries for these jobs will be calculated based on a 37.5-hour working week. Here is the shortage occupation list in the UK under the skilled worker visa, given below<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Job Code<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Occupations<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Shortage Areas<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Annual Salary ( 80% of going rate)<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Lowest rate<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>1212<\/strong><\/td><td>Managers and proprietors in forestry, fishing and related services \u2013 only \u201cfishing boat masters\u201d<\/td><td>Scotland only<\/td><td>\u00a330,960 (\u00a315.88 per hour)<\/td><td>\u00a327,000 (\u00a313.85 per hour)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>2111<\/strong><\/td><td>Chemical scientists \u2013 only jobs in the nuclear industry<\/td><td>Scotland only<\/td><td>\u00a335,200 (\u00a318.05 per hour)<\/td><td>\u00a329,600 (\u00a315.18 per hour)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>2112<\/strong><\/td><td>Biological scientists \u2013 all jobs<\/td><td>UK wide<\/td><td>\u00a341,900 (\u00a321.49 per hour)<\/td><td>\u00a332,100 (\u00a316.46 per hour)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>2115<\/strong><\/td><td>Social and humanities scientists \u2013 only archaeologists<\/td><td>UK wide<\/td><td>\u00a336,400 (\u00a318.67 per hour)<\/td><td>\u00a325,200 (\u00a312.92 per hour)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>2142<\/strong><\/td><td>Graphic and multimedia designers \u2013 all jobs<\/td><td>UK wide<\/td><td>\u00a330,960 (\u00a315.88 per hour)<\/td><td>\u00a335,800 (\u00a318.36 per hour)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>3111<\/strong><\/td><td>Laboratory technicians \u2013 only jobs requiring 3 or more years\u2019 related on-the-job experience. This experience must not have been gained through working illegally.<\/td><td>UK wide<\/td><td>\u00a330,960 (\u00a315.88 per hour)<\/td><td>\u00a323,200 (\u00a311.90 per hour)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>3212<\/strong><\/td><td>Pharmaceutical technicians \u2013 all jobs<\/td><td>UK wide<\/td><td>\u00a330,960 (\u00a315.88 per hour)<\/td><td>\u00a323,400 (\u00a312.00 per hour)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>3411<\/strong><\/td><td>Artists \u2013 all jobs<\/td><td>UK wide<\/td><td>\u00a332,900 (\u00a316.87 per hour)<\/td><td>\u00a327,300 (\u00a314.00 per hour)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>3414<\/strong><\/td><td>Dancers and choreographers \u2013 only skilled classical ballet dancers or skilled contemporary dancers who meet the standard required by internationally recognised UK ballet or contemporary dance companies. The company must be endorsed as being internationally recognised by a UK industry body such as the Arts Councils (of England, Scotland or Wales).<\/td><td>UK wide<\/td><td>\u00a330,960 (\u00a315.88 per hour)<\/td><td>\u00a323,200 (\u00a311.90 per hour)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>3415<\/strong><\/td><td>Musicians \u2013 only skilled orchestral musicians who are leaders, principals, sub-principals or numbered string positions, and who meet the standard required by internationally recognised UK orchestras. The orchestra must be a full member of the Association of British Orchestras.<\/td><td>UK wide<\/td><td>\u00a332,900 (\u00a316.87 per hour)<\/td><td>\u00a327,300 (\u00a314.00 per hour)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>3416<\/strong><\/td><td>Arts officers, producers and directors \u2013 all jobs<\/td><td>UK wide<\/td><td>\u00a337,500 (\u00a319.23 per hour)<\/td><td>\u00a331,300 (\u00a316.05 per hour)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>5119<\/strong><\/td><td>Agriculture and fishing trades not elsewhere classified \u2013 only jobs in the fishing industry<\/td><td>UK wide<\/td><td>\u00a330,960 (\u00a315.88 per hour)<\/td><td>\u00a323,200 (\u00a311.90 per hour)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>5213<\/strong><\/td><td>Welding trades \u2013 only high integrity pipe welders, where the job requires 3 or more years\u2019 related on-the-job experience. This experience must not have been gained through working illegally.<\/td><td>UK wide<\/td><td>\u00a331,700 (\u00a316.26 per hour)<\/td><td>\u00a326,400 (\u00a313.54 per hour)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>5235<\/strong><\/td><td>Boat and shop builders and repairers \u2013 all jobs<\/td><td>Scotland only<\/td><td>\u00a332,400 (\u00a316.62 per hour)<\/td><td>\u00a328,100 (\u00a314.41 per hour)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>5312<\/strong><\/td><td>Stonemasons and related trades \u2013\u202fall jobs<\/td><td>UK wide<\/td><td>\u00a331,000&nbsp; (\u00a315.90 per hour)<\/td><td>\u00a325,800 (\u00a313.23 per hour)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>5313<\/strong><\/td><td>Bricklayers \u2013 all jobs<\/td><td>UK wide<\/td><td>\u00a330,960 (\u00a315.88 per hour)<\/td><td>\u00a325,800 (\u00a313.23 per hour)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>5314<\/strong><\/td><td>Roofers, roof tilers and slaters \u2013\u202fall jobs<\/td><td>UK wide<\/td><td>\u00a331,000&nbsp; (\u00a315.90 per hour)<\/td><td>\u00a325,800 (\u00a313.23 per hour)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>5316<\/strong><\/td><td>Carpenters and joiners \u2013\u202fall jobs<\/td><td>UK wide<\/td><td>\u00a330,960 (\u00a315.88 per hour)<\/td><td>\u00a325,200 (\u00a312.92 per hour)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>5319<\/strong><\/td><td>Construction and building trades not elsewhere classified \u2013\u202fonly retrofitters<\/td><td>UK wide<\/td><td>\u00a330,960 (\u00a315.88 per hour)<\/td><td>\u00a325,500 (\u00a313.08 per hour)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>6135<\/strong><\/td><td>Care workers and home carers \u2013 all jobs, except jobs with a working location in England are only eligible in this SOC 2020 occupation code where the sponsor holds registration with the Care Quality Commission and is currently carrying on a regulated activity. Private households or individuals (other than sole traders sponsoring someone to work for their business) cannot sponsor Skilled Worker applicants.<\/td><td>UK wide<\/td><td>\u00a330,960 (\u00a315.88 per hour)<\/td><td>\u00a323,200 (\u00a311.90 per hour)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>6136<\/strong><\/td><td>Senior care workers \u2013 all jobs, except jobs with a working location in England are only eligible in this SOC 2020 occupation code where the sponsor holds registration with the Care Quality Commission and is currently carrying on a regulated activity.<\/td><td>UK wide<\/td><td>\u00a330,960 (\u00a315.88 per hour)<\/td><td>\u00a323,200 (\u00a311.90 per hour)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>6129<\/strong><\/td><td>Animal care services occupations not elsewhere classified \u2013 only racing grooms, stallion handlers, stud grooms, stud hands, stud handlers and work riders<\/td><td>UK wide<\/td><td>\u00a330,960 (\u00a315.88 per hour)<\/td><td>\u00a323,200 (\u00a311.90 per hour)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>9119<\/strong><\/td><td>Fishing and other elementary agriculture occupations not elsewhere classified \u2013 only deckhands on large fishing vessels (9 metres and above) where the job requires the worker to have at least 3 years\u2019 full-time experience in using their skills. This experience must not have been gained through working illegally.<\/td><td>UK wide<\/td><td>\u00a330,960 (\u00a315.88 per hour<\/td><td>\u00a323,200 (\u00a311.90 per hour)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>These are the shortage occupation list in UK under skilled worker visa. If do not know the code of your job, you can find jobs from ONS Occupation Coding Tool<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Shortage_occupation_list_in_UK_under_skilled_worker_visa_Healthcare_Education_sector\"><\/span><strong>Shortage occupation list in UK under skilled worker visa (Healthcare &amp; Education sector)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Previously, we discussed the skilled worker visa shortage occupation list in the UK for different sectors. But there is another list of shortage occupations if you work in the healthcare or education sector under the skilled worker visa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Occupation code<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Job type<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Related job titles<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>2211<\/strong><\/td><td>Generalist medical practitioners<\/td><td>DoctorGeneral practitionerHouse officer (hospital service)Medical practitionerPhysician<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>2212<\/strong><\/td><td>Specialist medical practitioners<\/td><td>AnaesthetistConsultant (hospital service)Homeopath (medically qualified)Medical acupuncturistPaediatricianPsychiatristRadiologistSurgeon<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>2221<\/strong><\/td><td>Physiotherapists<\/td><td>Electro-therapistPhysiotherapistPhysiotherapy practitioner<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>2222<\/strong><\/td><td>Occupational therapists<\/td><td>Community occupational therapistOccupational therapistPaediatric occupational therapist<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>2223<\/strong><\/td><td>Speech and language therapists<\/td><td>Communication therapistLanguage therapistSpeech and language therapistSpeech therapist<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>2224<\/strong><\/td><td>Psychotherapists and cognitive behaviour therapists<\/td><td>Cognitive behavioural therapistPsycho-analystPsychological counsellorPsychotherapist<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>2225<\/strong><\/td><td>Clinical psychologists<\/td><td>Clinical psychologistConsultant clinical psychologist<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>2226<\/strong><\/td><td>Other psychologists<\/td><td>Educational psychologistForensic psychologistOccupational psychologistPsychologistPsychometrist<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>2229<\/strong><\/td><td>Therapy professionals not elsewhere classified<\/td><td>AcupuncturistArt therapistChiropractorDance movement therapistFamily therapistGenetic counsellorNutritionistOsteopathSports massage therapistSports therapist<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>2231<\/strong><\/td><td>Midwifery nurses<\/td><td>Delivery suite managerMidwifeMidwifery manager<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>2232<\/strong><\/td><td>Registered community nurses<\/td><td>Community care nurseDistrict nurseHealth visitorPractice nurse<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>2233<\/strong><\/td><td>Registered specialist nurses<\/td><td>Advanced primary care nurseIntensive care nurseClinical nurse specialistTheatre manager (hospital service)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>2234<\/strong><\/td><td>Registered nurse practitioners<\/td><td>Health care practitionerMental health practitionerPractitioner (nursing)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>2235<\/strong><\/td><td>Registered mental health nurses<\/td><td>Community mental health nursePsychiatric nurse<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>2236<\/strong><\/td><td>Registered children\u2019s nurses<\/td><td>Community children\u2019s nurseNeonatal nursePaediatric nurseSchool nurse<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>2237<\/strong><\/td><td>Other registered nursing professionals<\/td><td>Clinical lead nurseMatron (care\/residential home)NurseNurse educatorOccupational health nurseStaff nurseTeam leader (nursing)Ward manager<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>2251<\/strong><\/td><td>Pharmacists<\/td><td>Chemist (pharmaceutical)Dispensary managerPharmaceutical chemistPharmacistPharmacy manager<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>2252<\/strong><\/td><td>Optometrists<\/td><td>Doctor of optometryOphthalmic opticianOptician<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>2253<\/strong><\/td><td>Dental practitioners<\/td><td>Dental surgeonDentistOrthodontistPeriodontist<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>2254<\/strong><\/td><td>Medical radiographers<\/td><td>Medical photographerNuclear medicine practitionerRadiographerSonographerTherapeutic radiographerVascular technologist<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>2255<\/strong><\/td><td>Paramedics<\/td><td>Ambulance paramedicEmergency care practitionerParamedicParamedic-ECP<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>2256<\/strong><\/td><td>Podiatrists<\/td><td>ChiropodistFoot health practitioner (qualified)Podiatrist<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>2259<\/strong><\/td><td>Other health professionals not elsewhere classified<\/td><td>AudiologistClinical physiologistDietician-nutritionistFamily plannerOccupational health adviserOperating theatre practitionerPhysiologist<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>2312<\/strong><\/td><td>Further education teaching professionals<\/td><td>FE College lecturerLecturer (further education)Teacher (further education)Tutor (further education)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>2313<\/strong><\/td><td>Secondary education teaching professionals<\/td><td>Curriculum leader (secondary school)Deputy head teacher (secondary school)Head of year (secondary school)Secondary school teacherSixth form teacherTeacher (secondary school)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>2314<\/strong><\/td><td>Primary education teaching professionals<\/td><td>Deputy head teacher (primary school)Infant teacherJunior school teacherPrimary school teacher<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>2315<\/strong><\/td><td>Nursery education teaching professionals<\/td><td>Kindergarten teacher (professional)Nursery school teacherPre-school teacher<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>2316<\/strong><\/td><td>Special and additional needs education teaching professionals<\/td><td>Behaviour support teacherDeputy head teacher (special\/additional needs school)Learning support teacherSpecial educational needs coordinatorSpecial needs teacher<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>2321<\/strong><\/td><td>Head teachers and principals<\/td><td>Head master (secondary school)Head teacher (primary school)Principal (further education)Rector (university)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>2461<\/strong><\/td><td>Social workers<\/td><td>Independent review officer (social worker)Mental health social workerSenior practitioner (local government: social services)Social workerTeam leader (local government: social services)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>3213<\/strong><\/td><td>Medical and dental technicians<\/td><td>CardiographerDental hygienistDental technicianMedical technical officerOcularistOrthopaedic technicianRadiography assistant practitioner<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>3219<\/strong><\/td><td>Health associate professionals not elsewhere classified<\/td><td>Antenatal teacherDiet adviserHealth trainerTherapist<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>3231<\/strong><\/td><td>Higher level teaching assistants<\/td><td>Advanced teaching assistantHLTALearning support practitionerTeaching assistant (qualified)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>6112<\/strong><\/td><td>Teaching assistants<\/td><td>Classroom assistantSchool assistantTeaching assistant<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>6113<\/strong><\/td><td>Educational support assistants<\/td><td>Education support assistantLearning support assistantNon-teaching assistant (schools)Special needs assistantSupport assistant (educational establishments)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>6131<\/strong><\/td><td>Nursing auxiliaries and assistants<\/td><td>Auxiliary nurseHealth care assistant (hospital service)Health care support workerNursing assistantNursing auxiliary<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>6132<\/strong><\/td><td>Ambulance staff (excluding paramedics)<\/td><td>Ambulance care assistantAmbulance driverAmbulance service preparation operativeAmbulance technicianEmergency medical technician<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>6133<\/strong><\/td><td>Dental nurses<\/td><td>Dental assistantDental nurseDental nurse-receptionistDental surgery assistant<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Advantages_of_shortage_occupation_list_in_UK_for_employers\"><\/span><strong>Advantages of shortage occupation list in UK for employers<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Employers in the UK can hire individuals abroad having a skilled worker visa if the jobs they are applying for are included in the&nbsp;<strong><em>shortage occupation list in UK<\/em><\/strong>. The employers enjoy several benefits for hiring from the UK skilled worker visa list. Such as-<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lower_fees_for_visa_applications\"><\/span><strong>Lower fees for visa applications<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Generally, the application cost of a skilled worker visa ranges from \u00a3625 to \u00a31,423 depending on your circumstances. The skilled worker visa application fees are lower for the roles on the UK occupation shortage list.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Permission_to_work_in_a_second_job\"><\/span><strong>Permission to work in a second job<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The workers having sponsorship for a role on the occupation shortage list UK can work for a second job. Employees who have a skilled worker visa can also work for 20 hours a week.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Salary_discount_for_ILR\"><\/span><strong>Salary discount for ILR<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Workers on the UK job shortage list under the skilled worker visa applying for an indefinite leave to remain in the UK may benefit from a salary discount.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tradeable_points\"><\/span><strong>Tradeable points&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Workers under the UK skilled worker visa jobs list can gain 20 points in many cases towards the point requirements under the skilled worker visa.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dos_and_donts_of_having_a_skilled_worker_visa_in_UK\"><\/span><strong>Do\u2019s and don\u2019ts of having a skilled worker visa in UK<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are a non-UK resident, you may have some restrictions on what you can and can\u2019t do with your visa. The restrictions generally depend on your visa. Here\u2019s what you can and can\u2019t do with a skilled worker visa in the UK.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dos_of_a_UK_skilled_worker_visa\"><\/span><strong>Do\u2019s of a&nbsp; UK skilled worker visa<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-a5331a9e wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"padding-top:0;padding-bottom:0;flex-basis:100%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Work in an eligible job included in the shortage occupation list in UK<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Study<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bring depeandants<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do additional jobs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Voluntary work<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Travel and return to the UK<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Apply for the settlement ( after 5 years of living in the UK)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Donts_of_a_UK_skilled_worker_visa\"><\/span><strong>Don\u2019ts of a UK skilled worker visa<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-a5331a9e wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Apply for benefits like (public funds, and state pensions)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Change jobs or employer<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>After making a successful application, you will get a full list of what you can do or can\u2019t do with a skilled worker visa.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_can_you_stay_in_UK_with_a_skilled_worker_visa\"><\/span><strong>How long can you stay in UK with a skilled worker visa?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to work in the United Kingdom, you must apply for a work visa. And the primary route is to have a skilled worker visa. Under the skilled worker visa, you can stay in the UK for up to 5 years. You must extend or update your visa before it expires or if you want to change jobs or employers. You can only apply for this visa if your job is included in the occupation shortage list in UK.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eligibility_to_switch_to_a_skilled_worker_visa\"><\/span><strong>Eligibility to switch to a skilled worker visa<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You may be able to apply to switch to a skilled worker visa if you are currently living in the UK on a different type of visa. But there is a prohibition that says you can\u2019t travel outside the UK, the Channel Islands, Ireland, or the Isle of Man until you get any decision on your application. If you do this, your application will be withdrawn immediately. Check out the eligibility criteria to switch to a skilled worker visa from a different type of visa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-a5331a9e wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Your job meets the eligibility requirements (involved in the shortage occupation list in UK)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can speak, read, write and understand&nbsp; English well<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If you are living in the UK with a UK student visa, you must meet one of the following requirements:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-a5331a9e wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You have completed the course that you were sponsored to study<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your job start date is after your course has been completed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You have studied for a PhD programme for at least 24 months<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Your partner\u2019s or child\u2019s visa will not automatically switch to the skilled worker visa if you switch yours. They can either apply at the same time as you or the time before their current visa expires.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_cant_apply_to_switch_to_a_skilled_worker_visa\"><\/span><strong>Who can\u2019t apply to switch to a skilled worker visa<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A skilled Worker Visa is a pathway for non-resident UK workers to come to the UK for working purposes. If your job is involved in the skilled worker visa UK list, you can apply for a skilled worker visa from inside or outside the UK. But you can\u2019t apply to switch to a skilled worker visa if you are currently living in the UK on a-<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-a5331a9e wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Visit visa<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Short-term student visa<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Parent of a Child Student visa<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Seasonal worker visa<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Domestic worker in a private household visa<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Immigration bail and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you were permitted to stay outside the immigration rules<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are from one of those categories, you must leave the UK and apply for a skilled worker visa from abroad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_words\"><\/span><strong>Final words<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If the job you\u2019ve applied for is included in the list of skilled workers in the UK it makes it easier for the employers to meet the point requirements for a skilled worker visa. The job shortage list in UK was recognised first in December 2020. Under this visa, the owner can get jobs that are included in the shortage occupation list in UK. This article is based on the shortage occupation list under the skilled worker visa updated by the UK government on 4th April 2024. But if you\u2019ve got any more queries about the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/blog\/uk-student-visa-requirements\/\"><strong>UK visa requirements<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;or settlement in UK, you can always contact&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/aimseducation.co.uk\/bd\/\">AIMS Education<\/a><\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQ\"><\/span><strong>FAQ<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-faq-block\"><div class=\"rank-math-faq-item\"><h3 class=\"rank-math-question\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_skilled_worker_visa\"><\/span><strong>What is a skilled worker visa?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"rank-math-answer\"><strong>Ans:\u00a0<\/strong>Skilled worker visa is the primary route for the non-UK resident workers who want to come to the United Kingdom to work. It is a pathway to get PR in the UK.<\/div><\/div><div class=\"rank-math-faq-item\"><h3 class=\"rank-math-question\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_occupation_code_for_UK_visa\"><\/span><strong>What is occupation code for UK visa?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"rank-math-answer\"><strong>Ans:<\/strong>\u00a0An occupation code assists the Home Office in assessing whether a migrant worker\u2019s role meets specific visa criteria, including skill level and salary threshold, necessary for qualifying for a UK work visa.<\/div><\/div><div class=\"rank-math-faq-item\"><h3 class=\"rank-math-question\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_occupation_code_6131\"><\/span><strong>What is the occupation code 6131?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"rank-math-answer\">The occupation code 6131 is for nursing auxiliaries and assistants.<\/div><\/div><div class=\"rank-math-faq-item\"><h3 class=\"rank-math-question\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_is_the_cost_of_a_skilled_worker_visa_in_UK\"><\/span><strong>How much is the cost of a skilled worker visa in UK?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"rank-math-answer\"><strong>Ans:<\/strong>\u00a0The application fees of a skilled worker visa range from \u00a3625-\u00a31235 depending on the validity of your visa.<\/div><\/div><div class=\"rank-math-faq-item\"><h3 class=\"rank-math-question\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_jobs_are_included_in_the_shortage_occupation_list_in_UK\"><\/span><strong>What jobs are included in the shortage occupation list in UK?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"rank-math-answer\"><strong>Ans:<\/strong>\u00a0Many jobs are on the shortage occupation list in the UK under the skilled worker visa. These include programmers, software developers, web designers, IT analysts, civil engineers, mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, graphic designers, arts officers, producers, and directors.<\/div><\/div><div class=\"rank-math-faq-item\"><h3 class=\"rank-math-question\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_shortage_occupation_list_in_UK-2\"><\/span><strong>What is the shortage occupation list in UK?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"rank-math-answer\"><strong>Ans:<\/strong>\u00a0The UK\u2019s shortage occupation list for skilled worker visa is an official job record by the UK immigration authority, the Home Office that shows the staff shortage in UK.<\/div><\/div><div class=\"rank-math-faq-item\"><h3 class=\"rank-math-question\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_can_I_earn_under_a_skilled_worker_visa_shortage_occupation_list_in_UK\"><\/span><strong>How much can I earn under a skilled worker visa shortage occupation list in UK?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"rank-math-answer\"><strong>Ans:<\/strong>\u00a0Under the skilled worker visa, if your job is included in the shortage occupation list in UK, you can be paid 80% of the jobs going rate for the occupation code. The annual salaries for these jobs will be calculated based on a 37.5-hour working week.<\/div><\/div><div class=\"rank-math-faq-item\"><h3 class=\"rank-math-question\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_can_switch_to_the_Skilled_worker_visa\"><\/span><strong>Who can switch to the Skilled worker visa?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"rank-math-answer\"><strong>Ans:<\/strong>\u00a0To switch to a Skilled Worker Visa, your job must be on the UK\u2019s shortage occupation list, and you must speak, read, write, and understand English well. If you have a UK student visa, you must have finished your course, your job must start after your course ends, or you must have studied for a PhD for at least 24 months.<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Do you have a skilled worker visa and are looking for a job in the UK? 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