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Sponsor Duties in a New Enforcement Era: How to Stay Compliant

UK businesses have long understood that holding a sponsor licence is a privilege, not a right, but in the current climate of increased compliance audits and revocations, proper management of a sponsor’s duties is more important than ever. 

Certificates of Sponsorship: All You Need to Know

A Certificate of Sponsorship (“CoS”) is an electronic certificate which must be assigned for each migrant worker who wishes to apply under a relevant sponsored worker route.

Immigration Skills Charge - A Guide for Employers

The UK Immigration Skills Charge (“ISC”) is a fee that UK employers must pay for each migrant worker that is sponsored in the Skilled Worker or Global Business Mobility – Senior or Specialist Worker categories, unless an exemption applies.

UK Expansion Worker Sponsor Licence Guidance (2025 Updates)

In This Article 1. Overview of the UK Expansion Worker Route 2. Demonstrating a UK Presence for Sponsor Licence Applications 3. Proving a Qualifying Link Between UK and Overseas Entities 4. Evidence of Overseas Operations:...

Skilled Worker Sponsor Licence: New Rules on Pay and Fees

In This Article 1. Salary Deductions and Investments by Sponsored Workers 2. Further Clarification on Salary Deductions in Sponsor Guidance 3. Call for Examples and Clarification on “Related Organisations” 4....

New Immigration Rules for Skilled Workers:  Further Challenges for Self-Sponsorship

In This Article 1. New Restrictions on Salary Calculations for Self-Sponsored Skilled Workers 2. What this means for Employers and Skilled Worker Applicants 3. The UK’s Shifting Stance on Business Migration...

Skilled Worker Sponsor Licence Guidance: 2025 Updates

In This Article 1. Breaking Down the Latest Changes to Skilled Worker Sponsor Licence Guidance 2. Key Updates in the Guidance 3. Prohibition on Passing Licence and CoS Fees to Sponsored Workers 4....

Sponsor Licence for Religious Work Visa: Requirements & Guide

In This Article 1. Introduction to the Sponsor Licence for the Religious Work Routes 2. Overview of Religious Work Routes 3. Requirements for Religious Organisations 4. Specific Requirements for Religious...

Sponsor Licence Refusals: Causes and Solutions

When embarking on the journey of making a Sponsor Licence Application, the sponsoring company must understand the route(s) in which they wish to sponsor overseas nationals and the duties that come with being a sponsor....

A Step-by-Step Guide to Sponsor Licence Renewal

When a sponsor licence application is granted, it is usually valid for four years. The sponsor normally receives a first renewal reminder 120 calendar days before the expiry date with subsequent reminders. A final...

Pre-Licence Priority Service Sponsor Licence Guide

When a company wishes to employ workers from overseas, they will need to have a sponsor licence to sponsor the workers.  This applies to most overseas workers. The company will need to meet the requirements for...

Sponsor Licence Suspended - What's Next?

There are a number of potential outcomes following the investigation during the period of a sponsor licence suspension. Appropriate action may include one or more the following: Reinstate your sponsor...