Under the 2025 rules, the general threshold is £41,700 per year — but you must also meet the "going rate" for your specific occupation code, whichever is higher. There are lower thresholds for some cases, such as new entrants (recent graduates and under-26s) and certain health and care roles. So the honest answer is: it depends on your exact occupation code and situation. Check the current figures on GOV.UK, as they change regularly.
Updated July 2026