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Fork-lift truck drivers (SOC 8222)

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: NoImmigration Salary List: No

What this job involves

Fork-lift truck drivers (SOC 8222). This occupation is not eligible for the Skilled Worker, Global Business Mobility or Scale-up routes. It may not meet the required skill level, require sponsorship under a different route, or be restricted for those subject to immigration control.

Salary thresholds

No occupation-specific going rate is published for SOC 8222. The general salary threshold applies: £41,700 (standard) or £33,400 (new entrant).

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Job examples

  • Fork-lift truck drivers

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.

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Frequently asked questions

No. SOC 8222 (Fork-lift truck drivers) is not listed as eligible for the Skilled Worker route in our current GOV.UK appendix data. Check the official skilled occupations list for the latest rules.