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Are there any circumstances in which you can pay a lower salary than £26,200?

Yes, a lower salary can be paid if:

  • The worker has a PhD qualification which is relevant to the job – in this case the salary must be equal to or more than both £23,580 per year and 90% of the going rate for the occupation
  • The worker has a PhD qualification in a STEM subject which is relevant to the job – in this case the salary must be equal to or more than both £20,960 per year and 80% of the going rate for the occupation
  • The job is on the shortage occupation list – in this case the salary must be equal to or more than both £20,960 per year and 80% of the going rate for the occupation
  • The worker is a ‘new entrant’ to the labour market – in this case the salary must be equal to or more than both £20,960 per year and 70% of the going rate for the occupation
  • The job is in a listed health or education occupation – in this case the salary must be equal to £20,960 per year and 80% of the going rate for the occupation

Read more about this and other questions in our

Skilled Worker (for businesses) section.

Disclaimer

Given the fast pace of change, we would stress that this information is designed to be informative, not advisory and represents our understanding of English law and practice as at the date indicated. We would always recommend that you should seek specific guidance on any particular legal issue.

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