ReferenceTL;DRSOC 2020 is the current standard (Replaced SOC 2010 in April 2024. Software development moved from 2136 → 2134.). Some occupations were renumbered. The most common confusion is SOC 2136 (Programmers under SOC 2010), which is now SOC 2134 in SOC 2020.
SOC 2010 → SOC 2020 mapping
The Home Office migrated UK Skilled Worker eligibility to SOC 2020 in April 2024. Older job descriptions and Certificates of Sponsorship still reference the legacy SOC 2010 numbers. Use this lookup to find the current code.
| SOC 2010 (legacy) | SOC 2020 (current) | Occupation |
|---|---|---|
| 2136 | 2134 | Programmers and software development professionals |
Sources
- GOV.UK — Skilled Worker visa eligible occupations and codes. SOC version verified 22 April 2026.