Serve Your Faith in the UK

The Tier 2 Minister of Religion Visa is designed for individuals who have been offered a religious role in the UK. This visa allows religious leaders, missionaries, and members of religious orders to live and work in the UK while serving their faith communities.

Who Can Apply for a Minister of Religion Visa?

This visa is ideal for:
✅ Ministers of religion undertaking preaching or pastoral work.
✅ Missionaries engaging in religious and community work.
✅ Members of religious orders living in a religious community.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for a Tier 2 Minister of Religion Visa, you must:
🔹 Have an official job offer from a UK-based faith community.
🔹 Obtain a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) from your UK sponsor.
🔹 Demonstrate English language proficiency (unless exempt).
🔹 Provide evidence of sufficient funds to support yourself in the UK.
🔹 Prove that your role will contribute to the spiritual and moral development of the community.

Visa Duration & Extension

🕒 Initial stay: Up to 3 years and 1 month.
🔄 Extension: Renewable for an additional 3 years (maximum stay of 6 years).

Application Process

1️⃣ Obtain a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS)
– Your UK-based religious organization must issue a CoS.

2️⃣ Submit Your Visa Application
– Complete the online application and provide supporting documents.

3️⃣ Attend Biometric Appointment
– Submit fingerprints and a digital photo.

4️⃣ Receive Visa Decision & Travel to the UK
– Begin your religious service.