All Worker and Temporary Worker sponsors: updated guidance
Published 08/04/2026 💰 Salary compliance 🧾 How often you pay ⏱️ Pay must meet the required rate 📊 Minimum pay overtime Depending on how often you pay: Monthly (or less often): More often than monthly (e.g. weekly): Irregular hours (uneven pay): If deductions temporarily reduce pay below these levels, you must explain this on the CoS or report it as a note on FGSMS. 🚫 Unpaid leave & salary reductions ❌ Unpaid / reduced pay absence 🔽 Reducing salary ✅ Allowed (no new visa needed) You can reduce salary without a new CoS if: 👉 But you must report the change within 10 working days. ⚠️ Not allowed (action required) If the salary reduction doesn’t meet the rules: 🚨 Important