Tier 2 - Ministers of religion
Initial applications
This page explains how you can make your initial application (this includes switching) to the ministers of religion category (Tier 2 Ministers of religion) of our points-based system to work in the United Kingdom.
On this page
How to apply if you are already in the United Kingdom
Read eligibility first to make sure you meet the requirements to apply.
The process for applying is:
- do a self-assessment online using our points-based calculator, which you can find on the right of this page, to find out if you are likely to score enough points.
- fill in the application form.
- send it to us with your fee and supporting evidence.
You must send all supporting documents with your application as we will not use any evidence sent in after we have made a decision.
If you are sending any dependant applications at the same time as your own application, we encourage you to send your application and dependant applications in the same envelope.
If you are already in the United Kingdom, see switching for the categories that you can switch from in to the minister of religion category.
How to apply if you are outside the United Kingdom
The process for applying if you are outside the United Kingdom is:
- do a self-assessment online using our points-based calculator, which you can find on the right side of this page, to find out if you are likely to score enough points.
- go to the visa services website, which you can find on the right of this page, to find out if you must give any personal information in the country you are applying from electronically, and to find the application form.
- take or send your form(s), fee and supporting evidence to the visa application centre. You must also arrange to give your biometrics, which are usually taken at the visa application centre.
You must bring all supporting documents with your application, as we will not use any evidence given after we have made a decision.
Application forms
Tier 2 Ministers of religion
- Application form for Tier 2 Ministers of religionPDF 1.2M opens in a new window
- Tier 2 (skilled worker) of the points-based system - policy guidancePDF 559K opens in a new window