No experience? No problem! Many UK farms offer training, good pay, and free visa sponsorship if you meet basic requirements.
Types of High-Paying Farm Jobs
| Job Title | Salary Range (2025) | Visa Sponsorship? |
|---|---|---|
| Tractor Driver | £24,000 – £30,000 | Yes |
| Livestock Manager | £26,000 – £32,000 | Yes |
| Crop Supervisor | £25,000 – £31,000 | Yes |
| Farm Technician | £23,000 – £28,000 | Yes |
| Packhouse Supervisor | £22,000 – £27,000 | Yes |
Note:
- Salaries are before overtime (many pay extra for weekends/nights).
- Free housing is often included!
Requirements for Visa Sponsorship
You’ll need:
- Job Offer from a UK farm approved for sponsorship.
- Basic English (speaking/listening).
- No criminal record.
- Farm Experience (not always needed — training provided!).
How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
Step 1: Find Farms That Sponsor Visas
Search these job sites:
- Farm Work UK
- Seasonal Workers
- Indeed UK: “Visa Sponsorship Farm Jobs”
Or apply directly to big UK farms that sponsor visas:
- G’s Fresh (vegetable farms)
- APS Group (fruit farms)
- Barfoots (sweetcorn, berries)
Step 2: Apply for Jobs
- Use a simple CV (list any work experience — even non-farm work!).
- Write a short message:
“Dear [Farm Name],
I am hardworking and want to work on your farm. I need visa sponsorship. I learn fast. Thank you.”
Step 3: Interview
- Farms often do video calls (use WhatsApp/Skype).
- Wear clean clothes.
- Say: “I am strong, punctual, and happy to work long hours.”
Step 4: Get Your Visa
The farm will send you a “Certificate of Sponsorship” (CoS). Then:
- Apply online at www.gov.uk/seasonal-worker-visa.
- Pay:
- Visa fee: £298
- Healthcare fee: £624 per year
- Submit your passport + CoS.
Visa approval takes 3 weeks!
Red Flags (Avoid Scams!)
- NEVER PAY an employer for a job or visa.
- Use only official UK job sites (listed above).
- If an agent asks for money, report them.
Tips to Earn More
- Work overtime (weekends/nights pay extra).
- Stay longer: Many farms raise your pay after 6 months.
- Learn skills: Driving tractors = higher salary!
FAQs
Q: Can I bring my family?
→ No on a Seasonal Worker Visa. But skilled roles (e.g., Livestock Manager) may allow it.
Q: How long can I stay?
→ Up to 6 months (Seasonal Visa). Some farms extend to 1–2 years!
Q: What if I don’t have farm experience?
→ Many farms train you! Just show you’re willing to work hard.
Key Takeaway
Good UK farm jobs with free visa sponsorship DO exist in 2025.
→ Search the right websites.
→ Apply to big farms (like G’s Fresh).
→ Never pay for a job.
You can do this!
