To be eligible for the Charity Worker Visa, you must meet the following criteria:

1. Sponsorship: You need a Certificate of Sponsorship from a UK charity licensed to sponsor temporary workers.
2. Voluntary Role: The role must be unpaid and involve voluntary activities for the charity.
3. Genuine Intent: You must genuinely intend to undertake the activities described in your Certificate of Sponsorship

Secure Sponsorship: Obtain a Certificate of Sponsorship from your chosen UK charity. This document will include details about your role and the duration of your voluntary work.
Prepare Your Documents:

• Collect the necessary documents, such as:

1. A valid passport or other travel identification.
2. Your Certificate of Sponsorship reference number.

• Proof of your voluntary role and its unpaid nature.

1. Evidence of sufficient funds to support yourself during your stay (unless your sponsor can cover these costs).

• Complete the Online Application:

1. Fill out the application form on the UK government’s official immigration website.
2. Pay the visa application fee.

• Submit Biometrics:

1. Attend a visa application center to provide your fingerprints and photograph (biometric information).

• Await the Decision:

1. Processing times are typically around 3 weeks for applications made outside the UK.

• Length of Stay:

1. The Charity Worker Visa is usually granted for up to 12 months. This period allows you to immerse yourself fully in your voluntary work and make a meaningful impact.

• Bringing Loved Ones:
  1. Your spouse/partner and dependent children can apply to join you as dependents under this visa route. They will need to submit their own applications and provide relevant documentation to prove their relationship to you.

Unpaid Work:
You cannot receive payment for your voluntary work.
No Paid Employment:
You are not allowed to take up paid employment while on this visa.
Limited Extensions:
You cannot extend this visa beyond 12 months or switch to another visa category while in the UK

The UK Charity Worker Visa offers a unique opportunity to engage in charitable activities, gain valuable experience, and immerse yourself in the cultural fabric of the UK. It’s a fulfilling way to contribute to important causes while exploring life in a new country.

To start your application and for more detailed information, visit the official UK government website.