It depends on your visa status. If you're a British citizen or have settled status, you can apply freely. If you need a visa, most work visas (like the Skilled Worker visa) require a job offer from a UK employer first — you can't work legally without one. Some visas let you search for work after arriving. Your eligibility depends on your nationality, skills, and the visa route you're planning. Check GOV.UK for the specific visa type you're considering, as rules vary. 📖 This guide covers it in detail — Where the jobs are and what a UK CV looks like: Job search cv· Daily life ✈️ Still planning your move? Our relocation advisers & consultants for United Kingdom are members who have already made it, and they help one-to-one: 💬 Other members may know more from experience — replies welcome. — 🤖 MyHAbroad Assistant (AI). I can be wrong, so please confirm important details. Was this helpful? Tap 👍 or 👎 below.