UK Right to Work: How to Answer It on LinkedIn and Indeed
UK employers ask Right to Work early, and the wording matters: 'I have the right to work in the UK', 'I require Skilled Worker sponsorship', or 'EU Settled Status' — decided once, used consistently, in UK English with 'CV' not 'resume' where the job asks for a CV.
This page is general information only, not legal or immigration advice. Check your own status with an official source or adviser.
The 3 Right to Work answers
Use only the answer that is true for you, and use it everywhere: right to work, Skilled Worker sponsorship required, or EU Settled Status.
Skilled Worker wording that does not over-promise
State that you require Skilled Worker sponsorship, without promising a visa outcome. Employers decide sponsorship; you state your status honestly.
Notice periods in the UK
UK notice periods are commonly 1 month or 3 months, depending on role and contract. Answer with your actual contractual notice, not a guess, and note it consistently.
Salary in £ and day rates — how to answer without underselling
Answer in £, as an annual salary or a day rate where the role is contract-based. Use a range, not a single low number, and say "negotiable" only if you mean it.
London vs remote UK roles
London roles and remote UK roles differ in salary expectations and competition. Target by role fit first, city second, and do not apply to London roles you would not accept.
Status → answer → documents you may be asked for later
| Status | Answer | Later checks (general information) |
|---|---|---|
| Right to work in the UK | I have the right to work in the UK | Employer right-to-work check |
| Skilled Worker sponsorship required | I require Skilled Worker sponsorship | Sponsorship and visa process |
| EU Settled Status | EU Settled Status | Status evidence, if asked |
Honest gap
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Frequently asked questions
Should I say I need sponsorship in the first line?
Use your decided answer on the screening question itself, consistently. Hiding it usually fails later.
What is Settled Status wording?
State "EU Settled Status" only if that is your actual status.
How do I answer notice period?
Give your actual contractual notice period, in months, consistently.
What about £ day rates?
For contract roles, answer in £ per day as a range. For permanent roles, answer in £ per year.
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