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Shopkeepers and owners - retail and wholesale (SOC 7131)

This page shows whether this occupation is eligible for a Skilled Worker visa, what salary you usually need, and which licensed UK employers may hire people in similar roles.

Skilled Worker eligible: YesImmigration Salary List: No

What this job involves

Shopkeepers and owners - retail and wholesale (SOC 7131) (Medium skilled occupations). Eligible for the Skilled Worker visa subject to meeting salary and other requirements.

Salary thresholds

  • Going rate (annual): £33,700
  • New entrant rate: £33,400
  • Going rate (hourly): £17.28
  • You must be paid the higher of the occupation going rate or the general threshold (£41,700 standard / £33,400 new entrant).

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Job examples

  • Antique dealers Art dealers Car traders Newsagents Retail jewellers Wholesalers Wine merchants Shopkeepers and owners - retail and wholesale not elsewhere classified.

Sponsors hiring under this code

Matched via Companies House industry codes (SIC). This shows employers in related sectors — verify the sponsor and role on the official register.

Related occupations

Frequently asked questions

Yes. SOC 7131 (Shopkeepers and owners - retail and wholesale) appears on the Home Office list of eligible Skilled Worker occupations. You still need a licensed sponsor, a qualifying job offer, and to meet salary and English language requirements.