NHS Scotland’s full-time hours are now 37 instead of 37.5. Will UKVI be aware that 37 hours per week is not considered part-time when listed on a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS)? Make sure the applicant can fulfill the salary requirements based on a prorated 37-hour per week salary because the salary requirements for occupations paid by NHS bands are based on a 37.5-hour week and must be prorated for alternative working patterns. Significant adjustments have been made to the wage threshold for skilled worker visas as part of the government’s five-point plan to curb net migration.